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Carnivore Flan

Cultural Context

Carnivore Flan is a unique twist on the traditional flan, which is typically a sweet dessert. This savory version highlights the use of meat and dairy, reflecting the American trend towards protein-rich meals. It's often enjoyed as a hearty dinner option, showcasing the versatility of flan beyond its classic sweet roots. In recent years, variations of savory flans have gained popularity, appealing to those seeking innovative ways to incorporate protein into their diets.

AmericanUSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup almond milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 oz cream cheese
3 large eggs
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup sweetener
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp espresso powder

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and often cheaper than beef.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese maintains flavor with fewer calories.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat while ham can be more affordable.

1

Add 1/2 cup almond milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream into a saucepan.

2

Add 2 oz of softened cream cheese to the saucepan.

3

Add 1/2 cup of your favorite sweetener to the saucepan.

4

Heat the mixture on medium heat, whisking until the sweetener and cream cheese melt and the mixture is warm but not boiling.

5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 1 egg yolk until completely blended.

6

Add 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp espresso powder to the egg mixture and combine.

7

Slowly add the warm milk mixture to the egg mixture while continuously whisking to avoid cooking the eggs.

8

Prepare a casserole pan or baking pan with a lip for a water bath.

9

Place silicone muffin tins into the pan.

10

Pour the mixture evenly into the silicone molds.

11

Fill the pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the silicone molds.

12

Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 30-35 minutes until the flan is set but slightly jiggly in the middle and a knife comes out clean.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

saucepanmixing bowlwhiskcasserole pansilicone muffin tins

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketopaleo

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Meat FlanSavory Flan

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