Silky Brazilian Flan With Deep Caramel Sauce

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Brazilian flan is the silky custard with a deep caramel poured over, the kind that wobbles. I bake it in a water bath so the top stays smooth and the caramel stays glossy.

The recipe is simple to follow, making it an accessible treat for any occasion. With a few basic ingredients and minimal prep time, you can impress your guests with this classic Brazilian dessert.

Authentic Brazilian Flan Recipe

This Brazilian flan features a smooth and silky custard base topped with a rich caramel sauce. The recipe takes approximately 1 hour and serves about 8 people, making it perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

1 cup sugar (for caramel)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups whole milk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Prepare the Caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns a golden brown color. Carefully pour the caramel into a round cake pan, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Let it cool until it hardens.
Blend the Custard: In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and well combined.
Pour the Mixture: Carefully pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the cake pan.

Bake in a Water Bath: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cake pan inside a larger baking dish filled with water (about halfway up the sides of the flan pan). Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool and Refrigerate: Let the flan cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serve: To unmold, run a knife around the edges of the pan, then invert onto a serving plate. The caramel sauce will flow over the flan. Slice and serve chilled.