Chocolate Coconut Flan

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 17
Decadent Chocolate Coconut Flan recipe
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

3 hrs

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons water
4 cups milk
8 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon ( if using semisweet chocolate )
1 pinch salt
1 3/4 cups fresh coconut , grated
3 ounces mexican chocolate or 3 ounces semisweet chocolate , ground to fine powder in the processor

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
437
Sugar
55g
Fat
19.6g
Chocolate Coconut Flan is a Latin-inspired dessert with a creamy custard texture, caramelized sugar, shredded coconut, and a hint of cinnamon or chocolate. Flan is a popular dessert in Spain and Latin America, and this recipe infuses it with tropical flavors. The chocolate and coconut flan recipe is an easy-to-make twist on traditional Mexican flan, making it a crowd-pleaser for any special occasion. Be sure to follow the recipe instructions carefully to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.In a saucepan over medium heat, mix 1 1/2 cups sugar and water. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, continuously stirring until the sugar turns brown and becomes caramel.
3.Pour the caramel mixture into a 9-inch cake pan and spread evenly over the bottom.
4.In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, 1 cup sugar, vanilla, cinnamon (if using semisweet chocolate), and salt until well combined.
5.Add grated coconut and ground chocolate, mix well, and pour into the prepared cake pan over the caramel mixture.
6.Place the cake pan into a large baking dish and set it on the oven rack. Pour boiling water into the baking dish so that it comes halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
7.Bake for about 1 hour or until the center of the flan is set.
8.Remove the cake pan from the water bath and cool in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours.
9.To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan and invert it onto a serving plate.

PROS

Chocolate and coconut flavor combination makes this flan a rich and indulgent dessert for any occasion.
Can be made ahead of time and chilled for convenience.

CONS

Contains a high amount of sugar and fat, should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Making caramel can be challenging for inexperienced bakers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation. Coconut is rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support a healthy metabolism and digestive system. Dark chocolate has been linked to improving heart health and reducing inflammation due to its high level of antioxidants.

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