Gingersnap Crusted Caramel Flan
Gingersnap Crusted Caramel Flan - A Delicious Dessert Recipe
Looking for a dessert that will impress your guests? Try making Gingersnap Crusted Caramel Flan! This delectable dessert combines the rich, creamy texture of flan with the spicy crunch of gingersnaps. The result is a dessert that is both elegant and comforting.
Ingredients (serves 6):
- 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
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup crushed gingersnap cookies
- Whipped cream and additional gingersnap cookies for garnish (optional)
Cooking Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make the caramel. This will help prevent the sugar from burning.
- Be careful when pouring the hot caramel into the ramekins. The caramel is extremely hot and can cause serious burns.
- To prevent the flan from cracking, let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Increase the heat to high and cook the sugar mixture, without stirring, until it turns a deep amber color.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully pour the caramel into six 6-ounce ramekins. Swirl the ramekins to coat the bottoms evenly.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
6. Pour the milk mixture into the ramekins, dividing it evenly.
7. Place the ramekins in a large baking dish and fill the dish with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the flan is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
9. Remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature.
10. Cover the ramekins with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
11. When ready to serve, run a knife around the edge of each ramekin to loosen the flan. Invert the ramekins onto serving plates and sprinkle the crushed gingersnap cookies over the top. Garnish with whipped cream and additional gingersnap cookies, if desired.
Appearance and Taste:
Gingersnap Crusted Caramel Flan is a beautiful dessert with a rich, creamy texture and a spicy, crunchy crust. The caramel adds a deep, sweet flavor that complements the spices in the flan. The gingersnap crust adds a delightful crunch that contrasts with the smooth flan. This dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Type of Dish: Dessert
Main Ingredients: Gingersnap cookies, caramel, flan
