Classic Caramel Flan — A satin-smooth custard crowned with deep amber caramel.
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook Or Set
- 55 min + chill
Ingredients for Classic Caramel Flan
- 3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) water
- 4 large eggs + 2 yolks
- 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz / 354 ml) evaporated milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch fine sea salt
How to Make Classic Caramel Flan
- Heat oven to 325°F (165°C). Place an 8-inch round pan inside a large roasting pan.
- Cook sugar and water over medium heat, swirling only after the edges color, until deep amber. Pour into the round pan and tilt to coat.
- Whisk eggs and yolks gently. Add condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla, and salt; strain into the caramel-lined pan.
- Add hot water halfway up the pan. Bake 50-55 minutes, until the edge is set and center trembles.
- Cool, chill at least 6 hours, then loosen and invert onto a rimmed plate.
Cinema Finish
Finish with a thin ribbon of caramel and a few flakes of sea salt.
Source: 50 Luxury Desserts, pages 6