Spanish Flan Recipe

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Spanish Flan Recipe creates delicious family favorite preparation that's easy to make while ensuring everyone will love the authentic results through traditional Spanish dessert techniques and time-tested methods. This beloved recipe demonstrates how traditional preparation can create consistent satisfaction while the family favorite status reflects broad appeal across generations. The easy preparation makes this accessible while authentic methods ensure genuine Spanish flavors.

A slice of perfect looking spanish flan with a caramel top layer and pool of sauce on a square white plate

This flan is delicious and a family favorite — it’s easy to make and everyone will love it!

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 (9-inch) flan
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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Directions

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

  2. Melt sugar in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until liquefied and golden in color. Carefully pour hot syrup into a deep 9-inch round glass baking dish, turning the dish to evenly coat the bottom; set aside.

  3. Beat eggs in a large bowl. Add condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla; beat until smooth. Pour egg mixture on top of caramel in the baking dish; place in a deep roasting pan. Carefully pour in enough hot water to come 1 inch up the sides of the dish.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until just set with a slight jiggle in the center, about 1 hour, checking after 55 minutes. Keep in mind the flan will continue to set as it cools. Remove from the oven and carefully transfer baking dish to a wire rack; cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap to prevent a skin forming. Refrigerate for 3 hours or up to 3 days.

  5. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the dish; carefully invert onto a rimmed serving plate and let caramel sauce flow over flan.

    a slice of perfect-looking Spanish Flan with a caramel top layer and pool of sauce on a square white plate

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From the Editor

This recipe was tested in our test kitchen and updated to include baking the flan in a water bath and not covering with foil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

406 Calories
11g Fat
66g Carbs
11g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 406
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 6g32%
Cholesterol 106mg35%
Sodium 162mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 66g24%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 66g
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin C 3mg3%
Calcium 324mg25%
Iron 1mg3%
Potassium 420mg9%

* 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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