Coffee-Cardamom Flans with Orange Crème Fraîche

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Coffee-Cardamom Flans with Orange Crème Fraîche
45 min.
8
354kcal

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Indulge in a delightful dessert that marries the rich flavors of coffee and cardamom with a refreshing twist of orange crème fraîche. Our Coffee-Cardamom Flans are not only a feast for the senses but also a treat that caters to both vegetarians and those seeking gluten-free options. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can impress your guests with a sophisticated dessert that looks as stunning as it tastes.

The flans are crafted with a luscious blend of whole milk, eggs, and finely ground espresso beans, infused with the aromatic essence of cardamom. The caramelized sugar adds a beautiful golden hue and a sweet crunch that perfectly complements the creamy texture of the flan. Each bite is a harmonious balance of flavors, making it an ideal ending to any meal.

To elevate this dessert further, we serve it with a dollop of orange crème fraîche, which adds a zesty brightness that cuts through the richness of the flan. This combination not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a stunning visual presentation that will leave your guests in awe.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, these Coffee-Cardamom Flans with Orange Crème Fraîche are sure to become a favorite. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that is as delightful to make as it is to enjoy!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon plus light
  • servings crème fraîche 
  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoon cardamom pods whole green
  • 0.3 cup ground espresso finely
  • cups sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • pastry brush
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Stir 1 cup sugar, 1/3 cup water, and corn syrup in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat and boil without stirring until caramel is deep amber color, brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush and swirling pan occasionally, about 7 minutes. Working quickly, pour caramel into eight 3/4-cup custard cups. Tilt and rotate each cup to coat sides and bottom.
  2. Stir milk, ground coffee, cardamom, and 1/2 cup sugar in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture simmers.
  3. Remove pan from heat; let mixture steep 1 hour.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  5. Whisk egg yolks, whole eggs, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar in large bowl to blend. Return milk mixture to simmer; gradually whisk into egg mixture. Line sieve with several layers of moistened cheesecloth; strain custard into bowl, then divide among caramel-lined cups. Arrange cups in 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan.
  6. Pour enough hot water into baking pan to come halfway up sides of cups. Cover pan loosely with foil.
  7. Bake flans 20 minutes. Lift foil to allow steam to escape. Replace foil.
  8. Bake flans until softly set in center, lifting foil every 10 minutes, about 35 minutes longer.
  9. Remove flans from water. Chill flans 4 hours; cover and chill overnight.
  10. Run knife around flans. Turn out onto plates.
  11. Serve with crème fraîche.

Nutrition Facts

Calories354kcal
Protein8.78%
Fat27.28%
Carbs63.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.51
Glycemic Load
37.27
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.482173839341%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:354.26kcal
17.71%
Fat:11.01g
16.94%
Saturated Fat:5.1g
31.84%
Carbohydrates:58.07g
19.36%
Net Carbohydrates:57.86g
21.04%
Sugar:57.26g
63.62%
Cholesterol:205.92mg
68.64%
Sodium:75.85mg
3.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:4.02mg
1.34%
Protein:7.98g
15.95%
Phosphorus:208.15mg
20.82%
Selenium:14.05µg
20.07%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
19.05%
Calcium:189.46mg
18.95%
Vitamin B12:1.04µg
17.4%
Vitamin D:2.28µg
15.2%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.44%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.68%
Vitamin A:523.76IU
10.48%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.35%
Zinc:1.06mg
7.08%
Potassium:238.55mg
6.82%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.69%
Folate:25.21µg
6.3%
Magnesium:19.81mg
4.95%
Iron:0.7mg
3.92%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.78%
Copper:0.03mg
1.51%
Source:Epicurious