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Coconut Flan Recipe

Coconut flan recipe makes the perfect summer dessert with just 5 ingredients.  You can easily make it by blending most of the ingredients and then baking for about 45 minutes. It is smooth, custardy, and has a delicious tropical coconut flavor. 
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:Brazilian
Keywords:coconut, easy, flan
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 12
Calories274 kcal
Cost $ 0.30 per person

Equipment

  • Baking pans
  • oven
  • blender

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup water and if possible, a few drops of lemon/lime juice to avoid crystallization
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 14 oz canned coconut milk
  • 5 eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C).
  • In a nonstick medium skillet or saucepan, stir together sugar, water, and a few drops of lemon/ medium and cook over medium heat until sugar is melted and turns into an amber color (about 8-10 minutes). Make sure to not stir or disturb the mixture while cooking! Pour into an 8-inch round pan, quickly swirl the caramel around the bottom and sides of the pan to coat, and let sit for at least 3-5 minutes or until hardened.
  • In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth (and there are no visible traces of eggs), about 30-60 seconds. Pour the mixture into the pan.
  • Prepare the bain-marie (water bath) by placing the flan pan into a 13×9-inch baking pan. Fill the outer pan with boiling water to halfway up the flan pan.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until the coconut flan is set and slightly jiggly. Transfer the flan pan to a wire rack for about 30 minutes. Then, place in the fridge for at least 4 hours or until the flan is chilled.
  • To unmold, warm the bottom of the pan on a warm water bath for about 3-5 minutes and gently run a paring knife around the edges of the pan. Place a large plate over the pan and invert while holding tightly to unmold the flan.
  • Top with coconut flakes for garnish. Chill until serving time!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

STORAGE
You can store the coconut flan in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-6 days. Do not freeze because it will alter the smooth texture when thawed.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1mg

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