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French Antilles Coconut Flan

Delightful French Antilles Coconut Flan: A Creamy Escape

This French Antilles Coconut Flan is a gluten-free, creamy dessert that offers a tropical escape with coconut and caramel flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Flan
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Provides essential sweetness and creaminess; can substitute with homemade if desired.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Use full-fat canned coconut milk for best flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Crucial for structure; be cautious with substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For an intense flavor, use seeds from half a vanilla bean.
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut Fresh coconut can be used but adjust for moisture.
For the Caramel
  • 1 cup Sugar Melt undisturbed to prevent crystallization.

Equipment

  • 8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan
  • Small saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare an un-greased loaf pan.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns amber, about 8-10 minutes. Pour into the loaf pan and let harden.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and shredded coconut until smooth. Pour over the hardened caramel.
  4. Place the loaf pan in a larger baking dish filled with hot water, and bake for 50-55 minutes until golden and set.
  5. Let the flan cool to room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  6. To serve, place the loaf pan in warm water for a few minutes, run a knife around the edges, and invert onto a serving plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allowing the flan to cool completely before refrigeration helps achieve the best texture. Experiment with flavors for a unique twist.

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