Leche Flan
Indulge in the creamy sweetness of this classic Leche Flan dessert!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 10 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the sugar until it caramelizes.
- Pour the caramel into a baking dish, spreading it evenly on the bottom.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk until well combined.
- Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into the baking dish with the caramel.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Place it inside a larger baking pan and fill the larger pan with water halfway up the sides of the flan dish.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until the flan is set but still jiggly in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan and flip it onto a plate.
Notes
For a twist, you can add grated citrus zest or a splash of rum to the flan mixture. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.