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Banh Flan

A classic Vietnamese dessert of silky egg custard topped with dark caramel sauce and served with a splash of brewed espresso.

55 minMediumServes 6280 cal/serving

VietnameseDessertStovetopVegetarianGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brewed espresso, chilled

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat without stirring until caramel turns deep golden brown.

  2. 2

    Divide the caramel immediately among 6 ramekins and set aside to cool.

  3. 3

    Gently whisk 4 large eggs and 2 large egg yolks in a bowl until smooth.

  4. 4

    Heat 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups whole milk, and 1 tsp vanilla extract in a saucepan until warm to the touch.

  5. 5

    Whisk warm milk into eggs, strain through a sieve, and pour into caramel-lined ramekins.

  6. 6

    Cover ramekins with foil and steam over simmering water for 25 minutes until set.

  7. 7

    Chill for 4 hours, unmold onto plates, and pour 1/2 cup chilled brewed espresso over each flan.

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Questions

How long does Banh Flan take?

As written, 55 minutes: 20 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 7, 4 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

Is there a substitute for sweetened condensed milk in Banh Flan?

The entry for Banh Flan calls for 14 oz sweetened condensed milk. In its place: There is no quick swap. Simmer two cups of milk with two thirds of a cup of sugar until reduced by half, about 35 minutes.

Can I make Banh Flan dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Banh Flan is 14 oz sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups whole milk. Swap the sweetened condensed milk for a plant-based version of the same product; the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Does Banh Flan contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs and 2 large egg yolks. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Banh Flan?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 280 calories, with 7 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 11 g fat, plus 120 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How do I store and reheat Banh Flan?

Keep Banh Flan covered in the refrigerator and eat it within three days. Chilled and set desserts lose their texture in the freezer.

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