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Cómo hacer un Flan de Caramelo sin horno

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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Martha La Cienaguera

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Caramel Flan

Cultural Context

Caramel flan, a beloved dessert in Mexico, has roots in Spanish cuisine, where it was enjoyed by nobility. This creamy custard topped with caramel symbolizes celebration and is often served at family gatherings and special occasions. Today, variations exist globally, with each culture adding its unique twist, making flan a cherished dessert across many cuisines.

MexicanMXdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1580 ML leche
790 ML leche condensada
8 huevos
400 gr Azucar
2 limones
2 cucharaditas de esencia de vainilla

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Coconut milk reduces calories and adds a unique flavor.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor naturally.

1

Prepare the caramel by melting 400 gr of sugar until golden brown and pour it into a mold.

2

In a bowl, mix 1580 ML of milk, 790 ML of condensed milk, 8 eggs, the juice of 2 lemons, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla essence until well combined.

3

Pour the mixture into the caramel-coated mold.

4

Cover the mold with aluminum foil and place it in a larger pot with water to create a water bath.

5

Cook on the stove over low heat until set, about 1-1.5 hours.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

FlanFlan de Caramelo
Local Name: flan de caramelo

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