Puerto Rican Flan Recipe

Mak Erot

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Mar 30, 2025

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Puerto Rican Flan: A Creamy, Caramel Delight

Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant island of Puerto Rico? Then get ready to make the most delicious Puerto Rican flan! This creamy, caramel custard dessert is a beloved classic, perfect for any occasion. Its rich, smooth texture and delightful caramel topping will leave your taste buds singing. Let's dive into this incredibly easy recipe!

Ingredients for Authentic Puerto Rican Flan

This recipe yields approximately 8 servings of this decadent dessert. Gather your ingredients:

• For the Caramel:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
• For the Custard:
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Instructions: Mastering the Puerto Rican Flan Recipe

Follow these simple steps to create a flan that's worthy of the best fondas in Puerto Rico:

Making the Caramel

1. Prepare your pan: Grab a 9-inch flan pan (or a similar oven-safe dish). Make sure it's oven-safe!
2. Caramelize the sugar: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Do not stir. Allow the sugar to melt and turn a beautiful amber color. This takes patience and careful watching. Be careful not to burn the sugar!
3. Coat the pan: Carefully swirl the caramel around the bottom and up the sides of the flan pan to create an even coating. Set aside to cool completely.

Assembling and Baking the Flan

1. Combine the custard ingredients: In a blender, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until completely smooth. Make sure there are no lumps!
2. Pour into the prepared pan: Carefully pour the custard mixture over the cooled caramel in the flan pan.
3. Bake in a water bath: Place the flan pan inside a larger baking dish. Pour enough hot water into the larger dish to come halfway up the sides of the flan pan. This creates a water bath, ensuring even baking and preventing cracking.
4. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the flan is set around the edges and the center is just slightly jiggly.
5. Cool and chill: Carefully remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully meld and the flan to set completely.

Serving Your Puerto Rican Flan Masterpiece

1. Unmolding the flan: Carefully run a thin knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it from the pan. Place a serving plate upside down on top of the pan and invert it quickly. The caramel should flow beautifully over the flan.
2. Serve and enjoy! Slice and serve this creamy, caramel delight and enjoy the taste of Puerto Rico! This flan pairs perfectly with a cup of strong coffee.

Tips for Flan Perfection

• Don't overbake: Overbaking can lead to a dry, rubbery flan. Check for doneness by gently shaking the pan. The center should have a slight jiggle.
• Use fresh eggs: Fresh eggs are crucial for achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
• Let it chill: Allowing the flan to chill thoroughly is key to its perfect texture and flavor.

This detailed recipe ensures a successful flan-making experience. Impress your friends and family with this authentic Puerto Rican dessert. Enjoy! Remember to share your culinary creations and tag us using #PuertoRicanFlan #FlanRecipe #DessertRecipe. Happy baking!