Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 4 large eggs
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Preparation Time:
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Combine the sugar, milk, heavy cream, vanilla bean and seeds in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
- Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture.
- Strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan.
- Divide the custard evenly among eight 6-ounce ramekins.
- Place the ramekins in a large baking dish. Fill the baking dish with hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until the custards are set.
- Let the custards cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving size: 1 ramekin (1/8 of recipe)
Calories: 250
Fat: 15g
Saturated fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 150mg
Sodium: 100mg
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and custardy
- Vanilla-scented
- Slightly sweet
- Rich and indulgent
User Comments:
- "This is the best flan I've ever had! It's so smooth and creamy, and the vanilla flavor is perfect."
- "I love the sous vide method for making flan. It makes it so easy to achieve the perfect texture."
- "This flan is a hit with my family and friends. It's always a crowd-pleaser."
- "I'm not usually a fan of flan, but this recipe is amazing. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavor is out of this world."
- "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flan or is looking for a new dessert to try."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the custards, or they will become rubbery.
- If you are making the flan ahead of time, be sure to refrigerate it thoroughly before serving.
- You can garnish the flan with fresh berries, whipped cream, or a caramel sauce.
