For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of sea salt to the caramel while it's melting. Ensure the water bath is hot when you place the flan in the oven; this helps create a consistent and creamy texture. Don't overbake the flan! A slight jiggle is ideal – it will continue to set as it cools. If you don't have a deep baking pan, you can use a larger roasting pan to create the water bath.
Simple and Creamy Spanish Flan
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS27
Indulge in the velvety embrace of this classic Spanish flan, a symphony of creamy custard and luscious caramel. Baked in a gentle water bath, it achieves a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's both comforting and elegant. This recipe offers a foolproof method for creating a dessert that's sure to impress, whether you're a seasoned baker or a flan novice.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate51 g
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Cholesterol184 mg
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Protein9 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium117 mg
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Sugar50 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPreheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place a 9-inch metal pie dish into a deep baking pan; pour boiling water into the baking pan to reach about halfway up the sides of the pie dish to make a water bath. (5 minutes)
02
StepPour 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon water into a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Gently swirl mixture in the pan until sugar dissolves, melts, and turns into a golden-brown caramel syrup, about 10 minutes. Watch carefully, as sugar burns easily. Pour melted caramel into the warmed pie dish; gently tilt the dish to coat the bottom with caramel. (15 minutes)
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StepWhisk egg yolks, condensed milk, evaporated milk, remaining 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until creamy and thoroughly combined. If mixture is foamy, skim foam off with a folded paper towel. Gently pour custard over caramel in the pie dish. Cover the baking pan with aluminum foil. (10 minutes)
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StepBake in the preheated oven until custard is set but jiggles slightly when nudged, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove foil and place flan with the water bath in the refrigerator until chilled, about 2 hours. (2 hours 55 minutes)
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StepRemove the pie dish from the water bath; run a knife around the edges of flan. Invert flan onto a rimmed serving platter to release custard; let caramel sauce flow over flan. (5 minutes)
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Naomi Robel
Jun 25, 2025I've tried other flan recipes before, but this one is by far the easiest and most delicious. Thank you for sharing!
Dariana Padberg
Apr 14, 2025I added a splash of orange extract, and it was amazing! Thanks for the inspiration.
Camren Brakus
Mar 13, 2025The water bath is key! It made all the difference in the texture of the flan. My family devoured it!
Tom Spinka
Mar 1, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My flan turned out perfectly smooth and creamy. The caramel was spot-on.