Oman today_ Flan is a popular and delicious dessert that is prepared in various countries with different names and flavors. This dessert is typically made from a mixture of eggs, milk, sugar, and flavorings such as vanilla or chocolate, resulting in a creamy and smooth texture.
Different Types of Flan:
Caramel Flan: This type of flan is made with a layer of caramel at the bottom, which becomes a caramel sauce on top when the flan is flipped.
Chocolate Flan: In this version, chocolate is added to the dessert mixture to give it a rich and delightful flavor.
Swedish Flan (Flan Cake): This type of flan is popular in Sweden and is made by combining caramel and custard. In this version, the dessert is steamed, giving it a soft and delicate texture.
How to Make Caramel Flan:
1. Making the Caramel: In a saucepan, melt sugar over low heat until it turns golden. Then, carefully add hot water and stir until the caramel is smooth.
2. Making the Dessert Mixture: Whisk the eggs with sugar and vanilla until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add warm milk and mix well.
3. Combining the Caramel and Dessert Mixture: Pour the caramel into the bottom of the mold, then pour the dessert mixture on top.
4. Baking: Place the mold in a larger pan and add about 2 cm of hot water to the larger pan (water bath). Bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 40-50 minutes until the flan is set.
5. Serving: Once the flan has cooled, refrigerate it until it is cold. Then, carefully remove the flan from the mold and serve.
Flan: A Delicious and Creamy Dessert with a Classic Flavor
