Flan Napolitano, an enchanting Mexican dessert, is the perfect addition to your Christmas baking repertoire. This creamy, decadent treat is a delightful twist on traditional flan, combining the rich flavors of vanilla and caramel for a truly festive dessert experience. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply craving a sweet indulgence, Flan Napolitano is sure to impress.
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Flan Napolitano Mexican Flan
Ingredients:
– 1 cup sugar
– 4 eggs
– 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
– 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and place a large baking dish in the oven filled half-way with hot water to create a water bath while the oven preheats.
2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns a golden caramel color, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once caramelized, carefully pour the hot caramel into the bottom of a 9-inch round baking dish, tilting the dish to evenly coat the bottom. Set aside to cool and harden.
3. In a blender, combine the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until smooth and well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Pour the mixture over the caramel in the baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
5. Place the covered baking dish in the larger baking dish filled with hot water in the preheated oven. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the flan is set around the edges and slightly jiggly in the center.
6. Carefully remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the flan to fully set.
7. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it from the dish. Place a serving plate over the dish, quickly flip it over, and gently tap the bottom of the dish to release the flan. The caramel will flow over the flan, creating a beautiful presentation.
8. Slice the flan into wedges and serve chilled. Enjoy the creamy texture and luscious caramel flavor of this delightful Flan Napolitano.
Flan Napolitano is a classic Mexican dessert that brings a touch of elegance to any holiday table. Its velvety texture and sweet caramel topping make it a standout treat that will impress your guests and family alike. This recipe is a wonderful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for celebrating the festive season with a taste of Mexico. Try your hand at making Flan Napolitano this Christmas and savor every delightful bite!
