Coconut Flan

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Coconut Flan
45 min.
6
336kcal

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Indulge your taste buds in a slice of tropical paradise with this delightful Coconut Flan! Perfectly creamy and decadently rich, this dessert offers a wonderful blend of sweetened coconut and smooth custard that is sure to impress. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to treat yourself and your loved ones, this flan is a showstopper that combines simplicity and elegance.

As a vegetarian and gluten-free option, this Coconut Flan invites everyone to partake in its luscious flavors without compromise. With just a few wholesome ingredients, you can whip up this delightful dessert in no time—ready to dazzle in just 45 minutes! Creamy whole milk and sweetened condensed milk come together to create a velvety texture, while the addition of sweetened flaked coconut provides a burst of flavor that transports you straight to a sunny beach.

Not only is this flan delicious, but it also has a caloric breakdown that allows you to satisfy your sweet tooth while enjoying a balanced treat. Imagine the smiles on your guests' faces as they dig into this perfectly chilled dessert, rich with the tropical essence of coconut. Serve it after a savory meal, or simply enjoy it on a hot afternoon. This Coconut Flan is bound to become a cherished recipe in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • 14 ounce condensed milk sweetened canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1.3 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange six 3/4-cup custard cups in 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
  2. Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl to blend.
  3. Mix in coconut. Divide mixture among cups.
  4. Pour enough hot water into pan to come halfway up sides of cups.
  5. Bake flans until just set in center, about 30 minutes.
  6. Remove flans from pan and refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and keep refrigerated.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories336kcal
Protein12.14%
Fat35.78%
Carbs52.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.5
Glycemic Load
22.91
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
9.8600000505862%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:336.36kcal
16.82%
Fat:13.55g
20.85%
Saturated Fat:8.51g
53.17%
Carbohydrates:44.39g
14.8%
Net Carbohydrates:43.33g
15.76%
Sugar:42.64g
47.38%
Cholesterol:152.2mg
50.73%
Sodium:161.31mg
7.01%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:10.34g
20.69%
Selenium:20.82µg
29.74%
Phosphorus:287.87mg
28.79%
Calcium:272.4mg
27.24%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.94%
Vitamin B12:0.84µg
14.04%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.38%
Potassium:394.77mg
11.28%
Vitamin D:1.37µg
9.12%
Vitamin A:436.17IU
8.72%
Zinc:1.27mg
8.43%
Magnesium:31.45mg
7.86%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.21%
Folate:23.7µg
5.93%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.91%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.83%
Fiber:1.05g
4.21%
Iron:0.73mg
4.07%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3.03%
Copper:0.06mg
2.92%
Vitamin C:1.72mg
2.08%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.43%
Source:Epicurious