How to Make Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of creamy, indulgent desserts, then you'll love Quesillo, a traditional Venezuelan flan that is a staple in many South American households. Quesillo is similar to Spanish flan, but with a unique twist that sets it apart. This dessert is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or any time you're craving something sweet.

Quesillo is made with a base of caramelized sugar and a rich custard made from eggs, sw...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 ¾ cups milk, or as needed
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 7 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 25 mins
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 47 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Prepare a bain-marie, or water bath, by filling a 9-inch heat-proof container with water.
  • Melt sugar in a nonstick pan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until melted, 7 to 10 minutes; be careful to keep it from burning. Pour sugar into a flan mold, coating the sides to ensure that the egg/milk mixture in the next step will not touch the container.
  • Pour sweetened condensed milk into a bowl. Fill the empty can with milk and add to the bowl; stir in eggs and vanilla extract. Blend well. Fold mixture with a spatula or tap against the counter to remove air bubbles.
  • Pour milk mixture into the slightly cooled flan mold. Put the lid on and place inside the water bath; don't let the water go over the rim.
  • Bake the quesillo in the bain-marie in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Pry lid open with a knife carefully; continue baking until set, about 15 minutes more.
  • Let quesillo cool to room temperature, at least 25 minutes; refrigerate 8 hours to overnight. Slide a knife around the edges of the mold to loosen and invert onto a plate.
  • Nutrition

    309 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 91mg
    • Sodium: 110mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Total Sugars: 54g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 212mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 288mg