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Flan con Vainilla

Cultural Context

Flan con Vainilla, a beloved dessert in Argentina, has roots in Spanish cuisine, where it was originally created as a way to use up eggs and milk. This creamy custard, with its rich caramel topping, symbolizes comfort and celebration in many Latin American households. Today, flan is enjoyed worldwide, with countless variations that include different flavors and toppings, making it a versatile dessert for any occasion.

ArgentinianARdessert
70 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
150 g sugar
40 ml water
400 ml milk
250 g sweetened condensed milk
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut milk provides a dairy-free option while maintaining creaminess.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used as a lighter alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and can enhance flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean offers a more intense flavor without synthetic ingredients.

1

Prepare caramel by combining 150 g of sugar and 40 ml of water in a saucepan over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

2

Pour the caramel into an 18 cm mold, tilting to coat the bottom evenly.

3

Preheat the oven to 180°C (357°F).

4

In a bowl, combine 400 ml of milk, 250 g of sweetened condensed milk, 8 large eggs, and 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract.

5

Whisk the mixture until smooth and frothy.

6

Pour the egg mixture into the mold over the caramel, filling it almost to the top.

7

Cover the mold with aluminum foil.

8

Place the mold in a baking tray filled with water.

9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes at 180°C (357°F).

10

After baking, let it cool on a wire rack before refrigerating.

11

Refrigerate for 2-2.5 hours before unmolding.

Cooking Techniques

caramelizingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

saucepan18 cm moldovenmixing bowlwhiskbaking tray

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

FlanCrema Caramel

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