How to Make Flan II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Flan is a popular dessert that originated in Spain and has since become a beloved dish in many countries around the world. This creamy and decadent custard is typically made with eggs, milk, and sugar, and is often flavored with vanilla or other delicious additions. Flan is known for its smooth texture and rich caramel flavor, making it a favorite treat for those with a sweet tooth.

There are many variations of flan, and today we'll be sharing a recipe for Flan II, a traditional versi...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 egg yolks, beaten
  • ⅜ cup white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Bake in preheated oven 40 minutes, until set. Let cool, invert and serve.
  • Nutrition

    292 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 205mg
    • Sodium: 89mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Total Sugars: 50g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 167mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 226mg