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A Filipino style flan thats really tasty!!
My mother is Filipino so I have had many Filipino dishes growing up and this is my absolute favorite. I finally figured out how to make it so delectable, so I hope you all enjoy it!

Posted by k k from U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado, United States • Published See k k's 6 projects »
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  • How to make a creme caramel. Super Creamy Carmel Flan - Step 1
    Step 1

    First take the 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water and carmelize by bring the mixture to a boil until it get light brown in color.

    Next, bring to a simmer until it is more carmely in color.

    Then pour evenly in ceramic dishes.

    *Don't forget to preheat oven to 350 degrees

  • How to make a creme caramel. Super Creamy Carmel Flan - Step 2
    Step 2

    Next is the custard part.

    Pour in half a can of both evaporated and sweetened condensed milk, five egg yolks, 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract.

    Stir gently with a whisk to avoid bubbles until very well mixed.

    Strain through, I used a wire mesh one to ensure no clumpyness.

  • How to make a creme caramel. Super Creamy Carmel Flan - Step 3
    Step 3

    Pour mixture evenly into dishes and cover each with foil.

  • How to make a creme caramel. Super Creamy Carmel Flan - Step 4
    Step 4

    Place in a square pan (you can put a tea towel on the bottom of the pan to minimize slipping)

    Fill with hot water and inch up the sides.

    Put in the oven for 40 minutes (5 minutes more or less) I like to turn it half way into the cooking.

  • How to make a creme caramel. Super Creamy Carmel Flan - Step 5
    Step 5

    To check for doneness, insert a knife and if it pulls out clean it's done.

    I like to refridgerate mine and eat them chilled

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0range_rayne
0range_rayne · Columbus, North Carolina, US · 12 projects
this recipe is awesome. best flan ever. i cant stand the instant stuff at the grocery store. thank you for posting this.
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Lani H.
Lani H.
My aunty always makes this for all the parties,
Ma sarapHappy
(tagalog for very deliscious.)
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LILY
LILY · Pompano Beach, Florida, US · 17 projects
This is exactly the recipe that I use also. It is delicious and so creamy! I make it alot at home for desert.
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chocobunny
chocobunny · La Cañada Flintridge, California, US · 10 projects
OMNOMNOMNOM <3 look so yummy :3
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Michelle
Michelle · West Des Moines, Iowa, US · 38 projects
Ooo my boyfriend of two years' mom is Filipino also.


I may make this for her birthday :3
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KMOM14
KMOM14 · Fort Wayne, Indiana, US · 378 projects
This looks delicious!
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