Here’s a rich, ultra-creamy Caramel and Condensed Milk Flan topped with Peanuts, combining the silky sweetness of classic flan with crunchy, salty peanuts for contrast. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s surprisingly simple to make!
🍮 Caramel and Condensed Milk Flan with Peanuts
Ingredients:
For the caramel:
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1/4 cup (60 ml) water
For the flan custard:
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1 can (14 oz / 396 g) sweetened condensed milk
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1 can (12 oz / 354 ml) evaporated milk
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4 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
For topping:
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1/4 to 1/3 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped (salted or unsalted — your choice)
Instructions:
1. Make the caramel:
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Let it melt and caramelize without stirring until it turns a deep amber color.
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Immediately pour the hot caramel into a round 8- or 9-inch baking dish or flan mold, swirling quickly to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
2. Make the custard:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
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Pour the custard mixture over the hardened caramel in the baking dish.
3. Bake in a water bath:
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Place the filled dish in a larger pan and pour hot water into the outer pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the flan dish.
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set (a knife should come out mostly clean).
4. Cool and chill:
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Remove from oven and water bath. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
5. Unmold and serve:
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Run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen. Place a serving plate over the top and invert carefully to release the flan and caramel.
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Sprinkle chopped peanuts over the top just before serving for a crunchy, nutty finish.
🔥 Pro Tips:
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Use salted peanuts if you want a sweet-salty contrast.
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You can lightly toast the peanuts for extra depth of flavor.
Would you like a version without evaporated milk or one made in the stovetop instead of the oven?