Dulce de Leche Microwave Flan
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4.1
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
2 mins
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Additional Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
7 mins
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Servings
6 -8 servings
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Calories
161 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
South American
Dulce de Leche Microwave Flan
Description
The flan begins with preparing a caramel by boiling sugar and water until it forms a rich amber syrup, which is poured into serving molds and cooled. The custard mixture blends dulce de leche, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla, then is strained for a smooth texture before being poured over the caramel base.
Cooking is done in the microwave at medium-low power, varying with container size; multiple small custards take a few minutes each, while a whole cake pan requires longer. The goal is a custard that is firm yet a bit wet and jiggly in the center once done.
After cooking, the flan is chilled for several hours or overnight. To serve, it is unmolded by loosening edges with a knife and inverting onto plates. The dolce de leche provides a distinct sweetness and creamy depth that differentiates this flan from traditional versions.
Microwave times may vary, so checking doneness visually is recommended to avoid overcooking, which can affect texture.
Ingredients
- 6 egg
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 can dulce de leche
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
To Make Caramel
- In a heavy sauce over medium heat pour the sugar and water
- Let the sugar boil until caramel forms, stir occasionally
- Pour the caramel into a 9" cake mold, bundt pan mold or custard cups and let it cool for 5 minutes
To Make Flan
- In a blender combine the dulce de leche, vanilla, evaporated milk and eggs
- Strain this mixture into a bowl
- Pour the flan mixture on top of the caramel
- Microwave EACH custard cup at 50% power for 2 minutes. If you're doing a whole cake pan, microwave at 50% power for 8-9 minutes. If you decide to microwave the 2-3 cups at a time just increase by 1-2 minutes
- Mixture should be a bit wet when taken out of the microwave
- Cool for about 1-2 hours in the fridge (for large cake cool overnight)
- Unmold by running a knife from the edges of the flan then turn onto a plate
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking times can vary by microwave; watch for a firm but slightly wet and jiggly center.
- Cool large cake pan flan overnight for best texture before unmolding.
- Run a knife around the edges before flipping to unmold cleanly.
- The caramel layer provides a contrasting flavor and texture under the dulce de leche custard.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1flan | |
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 163mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 62mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 240IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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