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Puerto Rican Flan Recipe Salima's Kitchen
Puerto Rican Flan Recipe Salima's Kitchen from salimaskitchen.com

Description

Puerto Rican flan is a delicious dessert that is popular in Latin cultures. It is a creamy, caramel-topped custard that is often served at special occasions such as holidays and birthdays. This dessert is a must-have for any Puerto Rican celebration.

Prep Time

The preparation time for Puerto Rican flan is approximately 20-30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for Puerto Rican flan is approximately 50-60 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water

Equipment

  • 9-inch cake pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat sugar and water over medium-high heat until it caramelizes, stirring constantly.
  3. Once the sugar has turned a golden brown color, pour it into the cake pan, swirling it around to coat the bottom evenly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the mixture into the cake pan over the caramelized sugar.
  6. Place the cake pan into a larger baking dish and fill the larger dish with hot water, about halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick or knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cake pan from the larger baking dish and let cool to room temperature.
  9. Once cooled, place a plate over the top of the cake pan and flip it over to release the flan onto the plate.
  10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Puerto Rican flan can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 250
  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Total Sugars: 40g
  • Protein: 7g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to constantly stir the sugar and water mixture to prevent it from burning.
  • When pouring the flan mixture over the caramelized sugar, do it slowly to prevent it from mixing with the sugar.
  • Let the flan cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent moisture from forming on the top.

Try this delicious Puerto Rican flan recipe for your next special occasion or as a sweet treat for yourself. It's easy to make and will be sure to impress your guests.


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