Easy Flan Recipe

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Easy flan recipe creates what many consider the best dessert ever invented, showcasing how simple ingredients and proper technique can produce caramel custard perfection. This classic preparation demonstrates flan's universal appeal while the easy approach makes this sophisticated dessert accessible for home cooks. The silky custard texture combined with golden caramel creates the perfect balance of sweetness and elegance that defines exceptional flan.

Closeup side view of an individual serving of flan inverted onto a white square plate so the amber caramel layer is on top, with three fresh raspberries on the side

The best dessert ever invented!!

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup white sugar

  • 2 cups milk

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 2 egg yolks, beaten

  • cup white sugar

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. In a heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup sugar until golden. Carefully pour hot sugar evenly into four oven-proof ramekins or custard cups, tilting cups to coat bottoms evenly.

  3. In another saucepan, bring milk just to boiling over medium heat. Stir hot milk, a little at a time, into beaten eggs and egg yolks, until well combined. Stir in sugar. Pour milk mixture evenly into ramekins.

  4. Line a roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel. Place ramekins on towel, inside roasting pan, and place roasting pan on oven rack. Fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.

  5. Bake in preheated oven 40 minutes, until set. Let cool, invert and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

292 Calories
7g Fat
50g Carbs
9g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 292
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g9%
Saturated Fat 3g16%
Cholesterol 205mg68%
Sodium 89mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 50g18%
Total Sugars 50g
Protein 9g17%
Vitamin C 0mg0%
Calcium 167mg13%
Iron 1mg4%
Potassium 226mg5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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