Coconut Flan

Coconut Flan
Coconut Flan might be just the dessert you are searching for. This recipe covers 14% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. One serving contains 694 calories, 14g of protein, and 24g of fat. This recipe serves 12. A mixture of coconut milk, vanillan extract, condensed milk, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegetarian diet.

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 325°F.
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Place 2 cups of the sugar in a heavy saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring regularly, until caramelized.
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Pour the caramel into a 9-inch-round, 3-inch-deep pan (or divide among 12 individual ramekins), turning to coat the bottom and sides. Set aside for 15 minutes.
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In a large bowl, mix the milks, eggs, coconut extract, vanilla extract, and salt.
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Pour the mixture over the caramel. Set in a water bath and cover with foil.
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Bake until the center is set, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Chill for 3 hours or overnight.
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Before serving, turn the flan onto a serving plate.
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Heat the remaining sugar in 1 cup water over medium-high heat until it dissolves, about 30 seconds. Stir in the coconut and spoon over the flan.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings12
Health Score4
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