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Pastel de Flan

Cultural Context

Originating in Mexico, Pastel de Flan combines the rich, creamy texture of flan with the form of a cake, making it a popular dessert for celebrations. Traditionally served at birthdays and holidays, this dessert symbolizes indulgence and family gatherings. Its versatility has led to variations across Latin America, where it is cherished in many forms, from simple flans to elaborate layered cakes.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1/2 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
3 eggs
1 cup cake flour
1/2 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup oil
caramel sauce

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Coconut cream offers a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk provides a lighter alternative.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while adding sweetness.

1

In a blender, combine 1/2 can of sweetened condensed milk, 1 can of evaporated milk, and 3 eggs; blend until smooth.

2

Add 1 cup of cake flour through a sieve into the blender mixture and blend again to combine.

3

In a separate bowl, mix in 1/2 cup of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of oil into the batter.

4

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

5

Pour the batter into a prepared mold that has caramel sauce at the bottom.

6

Place the mold in a larger baking dish and fill the larger dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the mold.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes.

8

Let cool for a bit before inverting onto a serving plate.

Cooking Techniques

blendingcaramelizingbaking

Equipment Needed

blenderbaking dishmold

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

Flan CakeFlan Cake Mexico
Local Name: Pastel de Flan

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