Butterscotch Flan

Butterscotch Flan Recipe: A Delicious Dessert for Any Occasion
If you're looking for a dessert that's both creamy and sweet, then you'll love this Butterscotch Flan recipe. This classic dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a family dinner or a special event. With its rich butterscotch flavor and smooth texture, it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients (serves 6-8):

- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt

Cooking Tips:

- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to melt the sugar. This will prevent it from burning and sticking to the pan.
- Be careful when adding the water to the melted sugar, as it will bubble and splatter.
- Use room temperature eggs to prevent the custard from curdling.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has melted and turned a deep amber color.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add the water. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
4. Pour the caramel into a 9-inch round cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
6. Pour the custard mixture over the caramel in the cake pan.
7. Place the cake pan in a larger baking dish and fill the larger dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
9. Remove the cake pan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature.
10. Cover the cake pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
11. To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it from the pan. Invert the flan onto a serving platter, allowing the caramel to drizzle over the top.
Appearance and Taste:
This Butterscotch Flan is a beautiful golden color with a smooth and creamy texture. The caramel adds a rich sweetness to the dessert, while the custard has a subtle vanilla flavor. The flan is best served chilled, and the contrast between the cold custard and warm caramel is simply divine.
Type of Dish: Dessert, Custard
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Milk, Eggs