Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan)

Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) is a delicious dessert that is loved by many. This creamy and sweet dessert is made with simple ingredients that are easily available in your kitchen. Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) is a type of custard that is baked in a water bath and then chilled until it is set.

Ingredients:

- 1 can of condensed milk
- 1 can of evaporated milk
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of water

Serves: 6-8

Cooking Tips:

- Use room temperature eggs for a smoother texture.
- Make sure to strain the mixture before pouring it into the mold to remove any lumps.
- Use a water bath to prevent the custard from curdling.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water and cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns into a caramel.
3. Pour the caramel into a 9-inch cake pan and swirl it around to coat the bottom and sides of the pan.
4. In a blender, combine the condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
5. Strain the mixture into the cake pan.
6. Cover the cake pan with aluminum foil and place it in a larger baking dish.
7. Pour hot water into the larger baking dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
8. Bake for 1 hour or until the custard is set.
9. Remove the cake pan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature.
10. Chill the Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
11. To serve, run a knife around the edges of the pan and invert the Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) onto a serving plate.
Appearance and Taste:
Quesillo (Venezuelan Flan) is a beautiful dessert with a golden caramel topping and a creamy custard base. The texture is smooth and silky, and the flavor is sweet and rich with a hint of vanilla. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Type: Dessert, Custard
Main Ingredients: Condensed Milk, Evaporated Milk, Eggs