How to Make Quesillo (Flan)

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option with a similar sweetness.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while whole milk is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally, while essence is a budget-friendly alternative.

In a medium saucepan, add a layer of sugar to make caramel.

Once the sugar has melted, add another layer and continue until finished, aiming for a golden brown color.

Gently swirl the pan to help the sugar melt, avoiding stirring.

When the caramel reaches an amber color, pour it into the mold and swirl to evenly distribute.

In a blender, add the eggs, condensed milk, and milk (using the condensed milk tin to measure the milk if desired).

Blend until the mixture is homogeneous.

Pour the mixture into the mold.

Cover the mold and place it inside a saucepan with boiling water, ensuring the water covers half of the mold.

Cook for approximately 1 hour and a half, or until a knife inserted comes out clean.

Once cooked, remove the mold from the water and let it cool for 1 hour.

To remove from the mold, run a sharp knife around the edges, place a plate on top, and turn it upside down.

Refrigerate for a couple of hours until completely cold before serving.

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