Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) water
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 oz / 355ml) evaporated milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the Caramel: In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Cook until the sugar dissolves and turns a golden brown color (about 10 minutes). Quickly pour the caramel into the cake pan, swirling to cover the bottom.
  3. Prepare the Flan Mixture: In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Assemble the Flan: Pour the flan mixture over the set caramel in the cake pan.
  5. Water Bath: Place the cake pan inside a larger roasting pan. Carefully fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
  6. Bake: Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the flan is set (gently shake the pan; it should jiggle slightly but not be liquid).
  7. Cool and Chill: Remove from the water bath and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  8. Serve: To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan, invert onto a serving plate, and drizzle the caramel on top.