Flan with Sweetened Condensed Milk

Name: Flan with Sweetened Condensed Milk - Pamela M.
Ingredients: 200 g organic sugar; 400 g sweetened condensed milk (preferably homemade); 500 ml cream for whipping (do not use plant-based cream with sweeteners); 250 ml whole milk; 6 organic eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Desert - Flan with Sweetened Condensed Milk by Pamela M. - Recipia

To prepare a special flan, start by gathering all the necessary ingredients to ensure everything is at hand. You will need 250 g of sugar, 4 eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Now that you have the ingredients ready, let's begin the preparation process. The first step is to prepare the caramel. Place the sugar in a saucepan and, over low heat, let it melt. It is important not to stir with utensils but to gently tilt the saucepan to distribute the heat evenly. When the sugar turns a golden color, carefully pour it into a heat-resistant dish, covering the bottom evenly. Now, preheat the oven to 170°C (gas mark 3) to prepare the ideal baking environment. In a blender, add the eggs, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Pulse the ingredients until you obtain a smooth and creamy mixture. Gently pour this mixture over the layer of melted sugar in the dish. To bake the flan evenly, prepare another larger dish and add hot water, making sure it reaches up to 3/4 of the level of the flan dish. This bain-marie baking technique will help the flan remain creamy and not dry out. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes. After this stage, increase the temperature to 180°C (gas mark 4) and let the flan bake for an additional 20-25 minutes. Once the baking time has expired, carefully remove the flan dish from the water and let it cool to room temperature. This step is essential for achieving the perfect texture. Once the flan has completely cooled, prepare a platter or a plate larger than the heat-resistant dish. Place the platter on top of the dish and, carefully holding both edges, flip the flan over so that the caramel beautifully melts on top. Slice the flan and add a few tablespoons of the remaining sugar syrup. It is recommended to keep the flan chilled, where it will continue to cool and intensify its flavors. This refined dessert will surely impress anyone who savors it, offering an unforgettable culinary experience. Bon appétit!