Coconut Caramel Flan (Bánh flan)
Bánh flan, also known as Coconut Caramel Flan, is a popular Vietnamese dessert that combines the creaminess of flan with the tropical flavor of coconut. This sweet treat is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, swirling the pan occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and turns into a golden caramel.
- Pour the caramel into the bottom of 6 ramekins, swirling to coat the bottom.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture into the ramekins over the caramel.
- Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.
- To serve, run a knife around the edge of each ramekin and invert onto a plate to unmold the flan. The caramel will create a delicious sauce to drizzle over the flan.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Ramekins Baking dish
Tools
Whisk Saucepan Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bánh flan chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes for an extra touch of flavor and texture.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier texture, you can strain the egg mixture before pouring it into the ramekins to remove any lumps.
Cost
$10