Portuguese Flan

This Portuguese flan is one of the most popular desserts on our site. It's one of those old recipes from our grandparents' time that doesn't need to remove or add any ingredients to make it tastier. It's just perfect the way it is!

It's perfect for a special party or a simple after-dinner dessert. In just 50 minutes you have a light and tasty Portuguese flan dessert ready to serve!

With just 5 ingredients you can make a delicious and simple dessert that everyone loves. One of the many advantages is that we usually have all the ingredients in our kitchen to make this recipe.

If you want to make a simple and tasty dessert for a special occasion, we suggest this Mixed berry pavlova, Chocolate mousse, Portuguese rice pudding (Arroz doce) or this delicious and creamy Baba de camelo (Camel drool dessert).

HOW TO MAKE PORTUGUESE FLAN

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).

Step 2: Pour 200 grams (about 1 cup) sugar in a pudding mold. Place the pudding mold on the stove over low heat until caramelize the sugar (go turning the pudding mold until stays completely caramelized).

Step 3: Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed the eggs, sugar and the lemon zest until obtain a homogeneous mixture. Pour the milk and mix about 2 to 3 minutes until it's nicely incorporated.

Step 4: Pour the mixture into the pudding mold and bake for about 30 minutes.

Step 5: Remove the flan from the oven and allow to cool completely inside the pudding mold.

Step 6: Place a serving plate over the pudding and flip.

RECIPE TIPS

1. Let the flan pudding cool completely in the pan before taking it out of the oven.

2. Run a knife around the inner edge of the pudding mold.

3. Flip the pudding mold onto a plate and wait a few minutes before removing the mold. If you notice that the pudding is still sticking to the mold, gently tap the mold with the palm of your hand.

HOW TO STORE IN THE REFRIGERATOR:

Cut the Portuguese flan into slices and store it in an airtight container. Never store for more than 3 days. After this period of time, the pudding may begin to lose flavor and quality.

Portuguese Flan

This creamy Portuguese flan is made with a simple mixture of milk, eggs, lemon zest and sugar. Only takes 30 minutes to bake in the oven!

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byPedro Barbosa
Category:Desserts, Recipes
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 10 slices
Prep Time:20 m
Cook Time:30 m
Total Time:50 m
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INGREDIENTS
• 5 large eggs
• 500 ml (about 2 cups) milk
• Zest of one lemon
• 100 grams (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 200 grams (about 1 cup) granulated sugar to caramelize
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
2. Pour 200 grams (about 1 cup) sugar in a pudding mold (18 x 10 centimeters (7 x 4 inches)). Place the pudding mold on the stove over low heat until caramelize the sugar (go turning the pudding mold until stays completely caramelized).
3. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium speed the eggs, sugar and the lemon zest until obtain a homogeneous mixture. Pour the milk and mix about 2 to 3 minutes until it's nicely incorporated.
4. Pour the mixture into the pudding mold and bake for about 30 minutes until golden (the time depends on the oven).
5. Remove the flan from the oven and allow to cool completely inside the pudding mold.
6. Place a serving plate over the pudding and flip.
Portuguese Flan
Nutrition facts
Serves 10 slices
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 170
Total Fat 3 g(5%)
Saturated Fat 1.5 g(7%)
Cholesterol 86 mg(29%)
Sodium 55 mg(2%)
Total Carbohydrate 32.5 g(11%)
Protein 4.5 g