Breadfruit Custard (Flan De Pana)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1

Breadfruit Custard (Flan De Pana) Recipe for a Unique Dessert Experience

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

379

Sugar

50g

Fat

13g

Breadfruit Custard or Flan De Pana is a popular dessert in the Caribbean. This recipe offers an alternative to the standard caramel flan using breadfruit instead of milk. The breadfruit gives the flan a unique nutty flavor, while still maintaining the creaminess that flans are known for. Served cold, this dessert is perfect for a hot summer day or a refreshing after-dinner treat.

Instructions

1.	Start by preheating your oven to 350°F.
2.	Place sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves. Cook sugar mixture for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Pour caramel into an 8-inch round cake pan and swirl it to evenly coat the bottom and sides then set aside.
3.	In a food processor, blend breadfruit until smooth and set aside.
4.	In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add mashed breadfruit and mix until well combined. Add evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and mix well.
5.	Pour mixture through a strainer into prepared cake pan.
6.	Place cake pan in a large baking dish. Add enough hot water to baking dish to come halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let it cool.
8.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
9.	When ready to serve, run a knife around the edge of the cake pan. Invert onto a serving plate.

PROS

Flan De Pana has a unique flavor that is both sweet and nutty, making it a delicious and adventurous option for dessert lovers.
Using breadfruit instead of the traditional milk base is a great alternative for lactose intolerant people or people looking to try something new.

CONS

If breadfruit can’t be found, substitutes such as pumpkin or sweet potato can be used, however, the taste will differ slightly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Breadfruit is high in fiber, vitamin C, and potassium which are all essential for overall health. Cream cheese is also a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin B12. This makes Flan De Pana a dessert option that, when enjoyed in moderation, can be part of a balanced diet.

	1 cup sugar
	1/4 cup water
	2 cups boiled and mashed breadfruit ( pumpkin or sweet potato ok )
	8 ounces cream cheese
	1/2 cup sugar
	5 eggs
	13 ounces evaporated milk
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract