Decadent Mexican Independence Day Flan Everyone Will Love
Indulge in the creamy delight of Decadent Mexican Independence Day Flan Everyone Will Love. This traditional dessert features a luscious custard base made with sweetened condensed milk and a rich caramel topping that glistens invitingly. Perfect for celebrations, this flan is not only easy to make but also impressively elegant, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering. The smooth texture and delightful flavor will leave your guests wanting more, whether you’re serving it at a festive party or a cozy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 1/4 cup water (for caramel)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then cook until golden brown. Pour into a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, then mix in sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the caramel in the baking dish and place it in a larger pan filled with hot water.
- Bake at 350°F for about 60 minutes or until set.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg