With the holiday season around the corner, it’s time to bring a touch of Spanish tradition into your Christmas baking repertoire. Elevate your dessert table with the rich and creamy Flan De Navidad, a classic Spanish Christmas flan that is sure to impress your guests. This velvety custard dessert, topped with caramel sauce, is the perfect sweet treat to indulge in after a festive meal. So, gather your ingredients and let’s create a decadent Flan De Navidad to add a touch of Spanish flair to your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a large roasting pan filled with water on the bottom rack. This will create a water bath for the flan while it bakes.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the granulated sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. The sugar will start to melt and form a golden-brown caramel. Be careful not to let it burn; keep a close eye on it.
3. Once the sugar has melted completely and turned into a caramel sauce, carefully pour it into the bottom of a round baking dish or flan mold. Tilt the dish to ensure the caramel covers the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well blended. Add the sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and vanilla extract. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5. Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps and ensure a silky texture for the flan.
6. Carefully pour the custard mixture over the cooled caramel in the baking dish. The caramel may harden, but it will liquefy again as the flan bakes.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the water bath in the oven. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until the flan is set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
8. Once baked, remove the flan from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight to chill and set completely.
9. To unmold the flan, run a knife around the edges of the dish to loosen it. Place a serving plate on top of the baking dish and invert it carefully to release the flan onto the plate. The caramel sauce will flow over the top, creating a beautiful presentation.
10. Slice the Flan De Navidad and serve chilled, garnished with some fresh berries or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a festive touch. Enjoy the creamy and luscious texture of this Spanish Christmas dessert with your loved ones during the holiday season.
Flan De Navidad is a delightful dessert that combines the warmth of Christmas traditions with the creamy elegance of a Spanish custard. Give this recipe a try, and bring a taste of Spain to your festive gatherings this holiday season. With its smooth texture and decadent flavor, this Christmas flan is sure to become a new favorite on your dessert table. Happy baking and feliz Navidad!
