Cinnamon Flan – 4 Ww Points

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10
Creamy and indulgent Cinnamon Flan recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

5 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 1/4 cups low-fat milk
3/4 cup fat-free sweetened condensed milk
2 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
orange peel , 1 1-inch wide strip
4 large eggs , lightly beaten
1 egg white , lightly beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
198
Sugar
32g
Fat
4g
Cinnamon Flan is a popular dessert in many Latin American countries, and it has been enjoyed for generations. The creamy, custard-like dessert is made with a sweet, caramelized sauce that adds a decadent touch to the simple recipe. The addition of cinnamon to the flan batter gives the dessert a unique and warm flavor profile that is sure to please anyone's taste buds. This recipe is a great option for anyone looking for a low-fat and low-calorie dessert option that still satisfies their sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat.
3.Cook the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns golden brown.
4.Remove the pan from the heat and immediately pour the caramel into a 9-inch baking dish, tilting it gently to cover the bottom of the dish.
5.In a separate saucepan, heat the milk, condensed milk, cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, and orange peel over medium heat.
6.Cook the mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it comes to a boil.
7.Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes, then remove and discard the cinnamon sticks and orange peel.
8.In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and egg white.
9.Slowly add the milk mixture to the egg mixture, stirring constantly, until well combined.
10.Pour the mixture over the caramel in the baking dish.
11.Place the baking dish in a roasting pan and add enough hot water to the pan to come halfway up the sides of the dish.
12.Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the flan comes out clean.
13.Remove the baking dish from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature.
14.Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
15.To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan and invert it onto a serving plate, allowing the caramel to drizzle over the top.

PROS

This Cinnamon Flan is a creamy, indulgent dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

The cinnamon flavor adds a unique twist to the traditional flan recipe.

It’s also a low-fat and low-calorie dessert option, with only 4 WW Points per serving.

CONS

This dessert can be time-consuming to prepare and requires refrigeration time before serving.

The caramel can be difficult to work with and may require practice to get right.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This flan recipe is a healthier dessert option, with low-fat and low-calorie ingredients.
The cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to improving blood sugar control and reducing inflammation in the body.

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