Lemon Flan Recipe

Lemon Flan is a silky, citrus-infused twist on the classic flan, offering a refreshing balance of creamy richness and bright lemon flavor. This elegant dessert features a smooth custard base with a luscious caramel topping, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or indulging in a personal sweet escape, this flan is sure to impress with its velvety texture and zesty finish.

Ingredients

For the Caramel:

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup water

For the Flan Custard:

• 1 ¼ cups whole milk
• 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 6 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Meyer lemon zest
• ¼ cup Meyer lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Garnishes:

• Lemon slices
• Fresh berries
• Mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Caramel

1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar and water.
2. Allow the sugar to melt without stirring, swirling the pan occasionally.
3. Once the mixture turns a deep amber color, immediately pour it into a 9-inch cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly.
4. Set aside to cool while preparing the custard.

Step 2: Prepare the Flan Custard

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a blender, combine whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
3. Blend until smooth, about 5 seconds.
4. Pour the mixture over the cooled caramel in the cake pan.

Step 3: Bake the Flan

1. Place the cake pan inside a larger roasting pan.
2. Fill the roasting pan with hot water, ensuring it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan (this water bath prevents cracking).
3. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set and no longer jiggles.
4. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 90 minutes before refrigerating for at least 3 hours.

Step 4: Unmold & Serve

1. Run a knife along the edges of the pan to loosen the flan.
2. Place a flat serving platter upside down over the cake pan.
3. Holding both together, invert the flan onto the platter.
4. Garnish with lemon slices, fresh berries, or mint leaves.

This refreshing, citrusy flan is a delightful way to elevate your dessert game! You can find more details here. Let me know if you’d like any modifications! 🍋✨