Flan cake is a delicious and creamy dessert that combines the flavors of traditional flan with the texture of a cake. It is made by baking a rich, caramel-flavored custard in a cake pan, and then flipping it over to reveal the caramel sauce on top. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, and can be easily customized with different flavors and toppings.
To make a flan cake, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Next, make the caramel sauce by melting 1/2 cup of sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook the sugar until it turns a deep amber color, stirring occasionally. Once the caramel is ready, pour it into the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling. In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, the eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the flour to the egg mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Once the flour is fully incorporated, slowly pour in the hot milk while stirring constantly.
Pour the flan mixture over the caramel sauce in the cake pan. Place the pan in a larger baking dish and fill the larger dish with hot water until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the cake pan. This is called a water bath, and it helps to evenly cook the flan cake and prevent it from cracking.
Bake the flan cake for 50-60 minutes, or until it is set and the edges are lightly golden. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely. Once the flan cake is cooled, place a plate over the top of the pan and carefully flip it over to release the flan onto the plate. The caramel sauce should now be on top of the flan.
You can serve the flan cake as is, or top it with additional caramel sauce, whipped cream, or fresh fruit. This creamy and indulgent dessert is sure to be a hit with anyone who tries it!