Orange Flan (Flan De Naranja)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 11

Delicious Orange Flan recipe for dessert lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

345

Sugar

49g

Fat

10g

Flan de naranja, or orange flan, is a traditional dessert in Spanish cuisine that has become popular around the world. This creamy, custardy dessert is made with orange juice and zest, which give it a bright, citrusy flavor. The caramelized sugar adds a sweet, caramelized flavor that balances out the tartness of the orange. It is typically served cold, making it a refreshing treat for hot days. It can be enjoyed as a special occasion dessert or as a sweet ending to any meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Put a pot over low heat and pour the 1 cup of sugar, stirring constantly until it melts, colors, and turns into caramel.
3.	Add orange juice, lemon juice, and orange zest to the caramel and continue to stir until the mixture is uniform.
4.	Beat 6 eggs in a bowl, add the caramel mixture to the eggs, mix well, then pour it into the flan mold.
5.	Put the flan mold into a baking dish large enough to hold it comfortably and pour in enough water to come halfway up the side of the flan mold.
6.	Bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
7.	Let it cool completely before removing it from the flan mold.
8.	Garnish with orange slices and serve chilled.

PROS

Orange flan is a sweet, flavorful, and creamy dessert that is perfect for special occasions.

It is easy to make and can be served cold, making it a refreshing treat for hot days.

CONS

Orange flan is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It can be difficult to get the caramel just right, so practice is required if you’re a beginner.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While orange flan is not particularly healthy, it does contain essential vitamins and nutrients found in eggs and oranges.
Eggs are high in protein and essential amino acids, which support muscle growth and overall health.
Oranges are rich in vitamin C, which supports immune function, and potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure and fluid balance in the body.

	1 cup sugar
	1 cup orange juice
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1 tablespoon orange zest
	6 eggs
	orange slice ( garnish )