Papa Cruz's Flan de Coco (Puerto Rican coconut flan recipe) Fab Everyday from fabeveryday.com
Description
Flan is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert that is loved by many. The silky smooth custard is made with eggs, milk, and sugar and then topped with a caramel sauce. This is a dessert that is perfect for any occasion, whether it is a family dinner or a celebration.
Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is 20 minutes.
Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is 1 hour.
Ingredients
For the flan: - 6 eggs - 1 can of evaporated milk - 1 can of condensed milk - 1 tsp of vanilla extract - 1 cup of sugar - 1/4 cup of water For the caramel: - 1 cup of sugar - 1/4 cup of water
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until they are well beaten. 3. Add the evaporated milk, condensed milk, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined. 4. In a saucepan, add the sugar and water and heat on medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns a golden brown color. 5. Pour the caramel into a 9-inch round cake pan and swirl it around so that it covers the bottom of the pan. 6. Pour the flan mixture on top of the caramel. 7. Place the cake pan in a larger pan and fill it with hot water until it reaches halfway up the cake pan. 8. Bake the flan for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 9. Remove the flan from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. 10. Once the flan has cooled, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the flan. 11. Invert the pan onto a serving platter and serve.
Notes
- Make sure to whisk the eggs well so that the flan comes out smooth. - When making the caramel, be careful not to burn it as it can turn bitter.
Nutrition Info
This recipe yields 8 servings. Each serving contains: - Calories: 357 - Fat: 9g - Carbohydrates: 63g - Protein: 9g
Recipe Tips
- To make sure the flan is cooked, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the flan is ready. - If you do not have a round cake pan, you can use a square one instead.
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