Classic Honey Flan
Indulge in the luscious simplicity of Classic Honey Flan, a rich and creamy dessert that combines the natural sweetness of honey with the velvety smoothness of a traditional custard. Featuring a golden caramel layer made from honey and sugar, this flan boasts a luxurious flavor and an eye-catching presentation. With just a handful of pantry staples—like whole milk, heavy cream, and eggs—this recipe is surprisingly easy to make, yet delivers gourmet-worthy results. Baked gently in a water bath for a perfectly silky texture, the flan is then chilled to let the flavors meld. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy nights in, this crowd-pleasing dessert is both elegant and comforting. Serve it inverted with the rich amber caramel cascading over the top for a show-stopping finale to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Honey
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 500 ml Whole milk
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 5 large Eggs
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
- 50 ml Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a 9-inch round baking dish.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Add 50 ml of water to the pan and cook without stirring, allowing the mixture to bubble until it turns a deep amber color (approximately 6-8 minutes).
Carefully pour the caramelized honey evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, swirling to coat the base. Set aside to cool and harden slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract.
In a separate saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, and salt. Heat until small bubbles form around the edges but do not bring to a boil.
Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps, then pour it gently over the hardened caramel in the baking dish.
Place the baking dish inside a larger roasting pan. Fill the pan with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the flan dish, creating a water bath.
Carefully transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the flan from the water bath and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Place a serving plate on top of the dish and invert it to release the flan and the caramel sauce.
Slice and enjoy the silky smooth Classic Honey Flan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.3 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.4 g | 237% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1142 mg | 381% | |
| Sodium | 748 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.4 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.9 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.8 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 784 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
