Basque flan recipe

Basque Flan recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
The Basque flan is a classic dessert originating from the Basque region of Spain. This delectable custard-like treat is known for its smooth and creamy texture, subtly sweet flavor, and caramelized top. Made with simple ingredients such as eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delightful dessert that will impress your guests. Whether served warm or chilled, the Basque flan is a perfect ending to any meal.

Keywords: Basque flan, dessert, custard, caramelized, creamy.

Basque flan recipe details

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Ingredients

	For the Caramel:
65 g	granulated sugar
	For the Custard:
1 liter(s)	milk
100 g	granulated sugar
1 pinch(es)	salt
6 medium	eggs
1 tsp	vanilla extract
1 tsp	nutmeg

Instructions

Place the 65g of sugar in an ovenproof 1.25 litre, 2¼ pint casserole dish and heat on the cooker top on a medium-high heat until the sugar caramelises. Allow it to cool and set aside.

Preheat oven to Gas Mark 3, 170ºC, 325ºF.

In a bowl, whisk the all the custard ingredients together other than the milk, until well mixed. Pour in the milk but do not stir. Pour into casserole dish and place the casserole dish within a roasting dish part-filled with warm water.

Carefully move to the oven and bake for an hour or until set.

Allow to cool until warm and serve immediately.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Resting time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a