You’re going to love this if you have milk and an orange at home! With just a few basic ingredients and no added sugar, this wonderful and simple flan recipe is a twist on the classic. It’s a wonderful way to savor a creamy dessert that is nutritious and filling. Now let’s explore this interesting and delicious recipe.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 big orange
- 2 cups of milk (vegan or dairy)
- 3 big eggs
- 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or honey, optional for added natural sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- A small amount of salt
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare the Orange
Peel the Orange Zest: To begin, peel the orange. Put the zest away.
Juice the Orange: Halve the orange and extract its juice. About half a cup of fresh orange juice should be yours.
- Get the Flan Concoction Ready:
Warm the Milk: Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, being careful not to let it boil. Take off the heat.
Ingredients:
Combine the eggs, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla essence, honey (if using), and salt in a big bowl. Whisk to mix well.
- Combine and Filter:
Blend the Mixture: To keep the eggs from curdling, gradually whisk in the warm milk while adding it to the egg mixture.
To guarantee a smooth texture, drain the mixture into a another basin using a fine mesh strainer.
- Get the baking dish ready:
Oven Prep: Set the oven’s temperature to 325°F, or 160°C.
Pour Mixture: Transfer the strainer mixture onto a big flan dish or individual ramekins.
- Prepare the
- Get the Flan Concoction Ready:
Warm the Milk: Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, being careful not to let it boil. Take off the heat.
Ingredients: Combine the eggs, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla essence, honey (if using), and salt in a big bowl. Whisk to mix well.
- Combine and Filter:
Blend the Mixture: To keep the eggs from curdling, gradually whisk in the warm milk while adding it to the egg mixture.
To guarantee a smooth texture, drain the mixture into a another basin using a fine mesh strainer.
- Get the baking dish ready:
Oven Prep: Set the oven’s temperature to 325°F, or 160°C.
Pour Mixture: Transfer the strainer mixture onto a big flan dish or individual ramekins.
- Prepare the
Fill a bigger baking pan with the ramekins or flan dish for the water bath. Pour hot water into the baking pan until it comes halfway up the ramekin sides.
Bake: Bake the flan for 45 to 50 minutes in a preheated oven, or until it is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. - Chill and Present:
Let the ramekins cool to room temperature after removing them from the water bath. Chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of two hours.
Run a knife over the flan’s edges and flip it onto a plate to serve. Savor the zesty, creamy flan!
ADVICE FOR OPTIMAL OUTCOME
Efficient Whisking: Ensure that you whisk continually while incorporating the heated milk into the