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Coconut Flan

A popular and simple Latin American dessert, this coconut flan recipe is both decadent and delicious.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Dominican, Latin
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 392kcal
Author: Vanessa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 can (14 ounces) condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut flakes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and golden brown; Pour into 8-inch pan. Working quickly, swirl melted sugar around the bottom and sides of the round pan to coat.
  • Combine coconut milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla in a blender. Pour the mixture into the pan.
  • Prepare a water bath by placing the round cake pan in a 13×9 baking pan. Fill the outer dish with hot water to 1/2 inch depth.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until a table knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for about 30 minutes. Then, place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  • To unmold, place the bottom of the pan on warm water for about 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan. Invert a serving plate over the round pan, hold tightly and quickly turn over. Gently, shake the mold to release.
  • Top with coconut flakes for garnish. Refrigerate until serving time.

Notes

  • Bake the flan in a preheated oven so that it cooks evenly all the way through.
  • It's best to mix the ingredients with a blender so that everything is well combined. You can mix it by hand but it will take a little while longer.
  • Be sure to allow 2 hours for the flan to set before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 392kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 406mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 319IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 1mg