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Best Easy Flan de Coco Recipe

Name: Best Easy Flan de Coco Recipe
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: sweetened condensed milk 1 can (14 oz); unsweetened coconut milk 1.5 cups; large eggs 5 pieces; shredded sweetened coconut 0.5 cup; granulated sugar 0.75 cup; vanilla extract 1 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Creamy coconut flan with a caramel top brings tropical flavor to a Mexican classic. This family-friendly dessert is a silky, sweet, coconut-lover's dream.

Cook 105 min Difficulty NORMAL 310 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

sweetened condensed milk 1 can (14 oz)
unsweetened coconut milk 1.5 cups
large eggs 5 pieces
shredded sweetened coconut 0.5 cup

Seasonings/Sauce

granulated sugar 0.75 cup
vanilla extract 1 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 38 g 49%

Protein 6 g 8%

Fat 15 g 43%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place a 9-inch round cake pan inside a larger roasting pan for water bath baking.
2

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar until golden and caramelized, swirling pan but not stirring, for 6-8 minutes. Immediately pour the caramel into the cake pan, tilting to evenly coat the bottom.
3

In a large bowl, whisk eggs until blended, then add sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until completely smooth.
4

Pour the coconut mixture gently over the set caramel layer in the cake pan to avoid mixing the layers.
5

Fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the outside of the cake pan. Bake flan for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just barely set with a slight jiggle.
6

Remove pan from water bath and let cool on a rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before unmolding. To serve, run a knife around the edge, invert onto serving plate so caramel coats top.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The star ingredient is coconut milk, which combines with sweetened condensed milk and shredded coconut to deliver a rich, creamy texture and authentic coconut flavor. These, together with the caramel layer, define the dessert's classic tropical and silky qualities.

Q. Why is a water bath used when baking this flan?

A water bath helps control oven heat, ensuring gentle, even cooking so the flan stays smooth and creamy without curdling or cracking. It also helps preserve the delicate texture by preventing direct heat from reaching the custard too quickly.

Q. How can I avoid overcooking or cracking my flan?

To prevent overcooking, bake just until the center is barely set and still jiggles slightly when moved. Cooling gradually in the water bath before refrigerating also helps prevent surface cracks, ensuring a silky result.

Q. How many calories are in each serving and what’s the macronutrient balance?

Each serving contains 310 kcal, with 38g carbohydrates (49% of calories), 6g protein (8%), and 15g fat (43%). This provides a sweet treat that’s moderate in fat and higher in carbs, typical for coconut-based flan.

Best Easy Flan de Coco Recipe

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