Leche Flan Filipino Recipe
To other countries, it is known as Creme Caramel or Caramel Custard, but to us Filipinos, it is Leche Flan (Milk Flan). This very rich and delicious dessert consists of a custard base with a soft caramel on top. It is prepared by pouring sugar syrup into a mold and then adding the custard base.
The Filipino version differs because it is more than egg yolks and condensed milk which is preparing it is by steaming over a stove top or open flame. The mold is a baking pan that is oval shaped called llanera, but nowdays, custard cups and ramekins are also available as molds.
The basic ingredients are egg yolks, sugar, evaporated and condensed milk and flavoring , usually vanilla.
Try this Leche Flan recipe and enjoy this creamy and sweet delight that will keep you wanting for more.
Preparation Time: 20 mins
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Yield: 6 servings
Cooking Ingredients:
For the caramel
1 cup brown sugar
C cup water
For the custard
10 egg yolks
12 oz evaporated milk
14 oz condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
Cooking Directions:
1. To prepare the caramel, dissolve the sugar in water in a saucepan. Coat all the parts of the mold, including the sides.
2. In the mixing bowl, mix together the condensed milk, evaporated milk, egg yolks and vanilla extract with a whisk or a blender. Make sure that bubbles are not formed. Use the strainer if there are any solid particles.
3. Pour the mixture in the mold on top of the caramel. Cover the mold with aluminum foil.
4. Steam for around 30 to 40 minutes. If you come out it is already cooked, insert a knife in the center.
Place a serving dish on top of the mold, and gently turn it upside down with the caramel on top as a sauce.
6. Put in the refrigerator for several hours before serving.
7. Enjoy!
