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Kürbis-Flan

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Kürbis-Flan is a delightful variation of the traditional flan, incorporating pumpkin which is abundant in the fall. This dessert is often enjoyed during Day of the Dead celebrations and other festive occasions, symbolizing the harvest season. Today, Kürbis-Flan has gained popularity beyond Mexico, with variations appearing in many Latin American countries and even in fusion cuisine.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 lata de puré de calabaza (15oz / 425gr)
2 latas de leche evaporada
1 lata de leche condensada
8 huevos
1/4 cucharadita de pumpkin pie spice
1 barra de queso crema (opcional sustituir por 1 taza de leche regular)
1/2 taza de azúcar (para el caramelo)

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 often more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar can be less expensive.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean adds depth without synthetic flavors.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, condensed milk, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and cream cheese (or regular milk if substituting).

3

Blend the mixture until smooth.

4

In a saucepan, prepare the caramel by heating the sugar until it melts and turns golden brown.

5

Pour the caramel into the bottom of a flan mold or baking dish.

6

Pour the pumpkin mixture over the caramel in the mold.

7

Bake in the preheated oven until set, approximately 50-60 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

caramelizingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlsaucepanflan mold or baking dish

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Pumpkin FlanFlan de Calabaza
Local Name: flan de calabaza

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