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Cuban Dessert

Cultural Context

Cuban flan, a beloved dessert, has its roots in Spanish cuisine, reflecting the island's colonial history. Traditionally served at family gatherings and celebrations, this creamy custard showcases the use of simple ingredients transformed into a rich, indulgent treat. Today, flan is enjoyed not only in Cuba but also across Latin America, with each region adding its unique twist.

CubanCUdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup cacao
1 cup guava
1/2 cup butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: regular milk + sugar

Coconut cream offers 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 for a lighter version.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence can provide a similar flavor at a lower cost.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia is a zero-calorie sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Meet the local chef who explains the dish called cuckoo Lucho, which is a soft dessert.

2

The chef mentions that it takes hours to boil down the ingredients, starting at 7 a.m. and finishing around 11 a.m.

3

After boiling, let the dish cool down a little before serving.

Cooking Techniques

caramelizingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsaucepanbaking dishbaking panwhiskknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggs

Also Known As

FlanCuban FlanFlan de Leche

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