Creme Caramel (Portuguese)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Delectable Creme Caramel (Portuguese) recipe for dessert lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

300

Sugar

37g

Fat

Creme Caramel is also known as 'flan' and is a staple dessert in many countries including Portugal. It is a silky, creamy dessert that is similar to a custard and is topped with a layer of caramelized sugar. This recipe is a Portuguese version of the dessert and is famous for its unique flavor and texture. The dessert is quite easy to make, but requires some patience and time. It is an ideal make-ahead dessert, perfect for dinner parties and other special occasions. Serve it chilled to your guests and watch them fall in love with the flavors and taste of this rich dessert.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2.	In a saucepan, mix 200g sugar and 50-75ml cold water and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and caramelizes into a golden brown color.
3.	Pour the caramel into an oven-safe dish and swirl it around to coat the bottom.
4.	In a blender, beat 12 eggs, 1 liter milk, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 strip lemon rind, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, and 200g sugar until well combined.
5.	Pour this mixture into the dish with the caramel.
6.	Place the dish in a larger baking pan and pour hot water in the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the dish.
7.	Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the caramel has set.
8.	Take out of the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
9.	Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
10.	When ready to serve, run a knife around the edge of the dish and invert onto a plate to serve.

PROS

Rich and creamy, this Creme Caramel (Portuguese) is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed on its own or with fruits to balance out the sweetness.

The caramelized sugar adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the dessert, making it a perfect pick for dinner parties.

CONS

The dessert is high in calories and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Also, slow cooking over a water bath might be a bit complicated for beginner cooks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The cinnamon used in this recipe has been linked to regulating blood sugar levels and reducing inflammation, while the protein in eggs and calcium in milk may help with overall health and nutrition.

	50 -75 ml cold water
	200 g white sugar
	200 g white sugar
	12 eggs
	1 liter milk
	1 cinnamon stick
	1 strip lemon rind
	1 teaspoon vanilla essence