Sugar-Free Classic Leche Flan
Indulge in the rich and velvety delight of *Sugar-Free Classic Leche Flan*—a healthier twist on the beloved Filipino dessert. Sweetened with Stevia and featuring sugar-free condensed milk, this guilt-free treat captures all the creamy decadence of traditional leche flan without the added sugar. The custard, made from a luscious blend of egg yolks, whole eggs, evaporated milk, and a hint of vanilla, is baked to silky perfection in a bain-marie. Topped with a golden layer of caramelized Stevia, this recipe creates a show-stopping dessert that’s both elegant and diabetes-friendly. Perfect for special occasions or a satisfying everyday indulgence, this refined dessert proves that you don’t need sugar to achieve classic flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this flan is as comforting as it is stunning.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Stevia granules
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 10 large Egg yolks
- 2 large Whole eggs
- 2 cups Evaporated milk
- 1 can (about 12 oz) Sugar-free condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small saucepan, combine the Stevia granules and water. Cook over medium heat while stirring until the mixture thickens and turns a golden brown caramel color. This should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
Carefully pour the caramelized Stevia into a 9-inch round baking dish, tilting to evenly coat the bottom. Set aside to harden slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and whole eggs until fully combined.
Add the evaporated milk, sugar-free condensed milk, vanilla extract, and optional lemon zest to the eggs. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Strain the custard mixture through a fine mesh sieve into the prepared baking dish with hardened caramel. This step ensures a silky texture by removing any egg solids.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent the custard from browning.
Place the baking dish in a larger roasting pan. Fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish, creating a bain-marie or water bath.
Carefully transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven.
Bake the flan in the water bath for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center of the flan is set but still slightly jiggly.
Remove the baking dish from the water bath and allow the flan to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to fully set the custard.
To serve, run a thin knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it from the dish. Invert a serving plate over the dish and flip to release the flan onto the plate, allowing the caramel to drizzle over the top.
Slice and enjoy your sugar-free classic Leche Flan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.1 g | 241% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2350 mg | 784% | |
| Sodium | 1144 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.5 g | ||
| Protein | 100.4 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.7 mcg | 84% | |
| Calcium | 2661 mg | 205% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2576 mg | 55% | |
*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.
