Orange Flan

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Orange Flan
300 min.
8
230kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Orange Flan, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich, creamy texture of traditional flan with the vibrant, refreshing flavors of fresh oranges. This gluten-free and dairy-free treat is perfect for those seeking a lighter yet satisfying dessert option. With a preparation time of just 300 minutes, including chilling, you can easily impress your guests with this elegant dish that serves eight.

The star of this recipe is the luscious custard, made with unsweetened almond milk and a blend of egg yolks and whole eggs, which creates a silky-smooth texture. The addition of fresh orange juice and zest infuses the flan with a burst of citrusy goodness, while a hint of orange-flower water elevates the flavor profile to new heights. The caramel layer, crafted from sugar and water, adds a beautiful golden hue and a sweet contrast to the tangy orange custard.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this Orange Flan is sure to be a showstopper. Its stunning presentation and exquisite taste will leave everyone asking for seconds. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to a sun-kissed paradise!

Ingredients

  • cup vanilla almond milk plain unsweetened
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup orange juice fresh
  • teaspoons orange zest grated
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange-flower water 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar divided
  • tablespoons water 
  • large eggs whole

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F with rack in middle.
  2. Bring water and 1/2 cup sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then wash down any sugar crystals from side of pan with a pastry brush dipped in cold water. Boil, without stirring, swirling pan occasionally so caramel colors evenly, until dark amber. Immediately pour caramel into baking dish and tilt to coat bottom (dish will be hot). Cool until hardened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Whisk together remaining ingredients, including remaining 3/4 cup sugar (or blend in a blender).
  4. Pour custard over caramel.
  5. Bake in a water bath until custard is set 3 inches from edge but still wobbly in center, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  6. Transfer flan in dish to a rack to cool completely, about 40 minutes (flan will continue to set as it cools). Chill until cold, at least 8 hours.
  7. To unmold flan, run a thin knife around edge of dish, then dip dish briefly (about 20 seconds) in a pan of very warm water. Invert a large platter with a rim over baking dish, then quickly invert to turn out flan onto platter (caramel will pour out over and around flan).
  8. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.
  9. Flan can be chilled up to 1 day (before unmolding).

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein10.69%
Fat28.63%
Carbs60.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.26
Glycemic Load
23.46
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
7.0382608337247%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
3.7mg
Naringenin
0.66mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.61kcal
11.48%
Fat:7.42g
11.42%
Saturated Fat:2.41g
15.08%
Carbohydrates:35.39g
11.8%
Net Carbohydrates:35.18g
12.79%
Sugar:34.01g
37.79%
Cholesterol:276.6mg
92.2%
Sodium:157.78mg
6.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.23g
12.47%
Selenium:17.42µg
24.88%
Vitamin C:16.18mg
19.61%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.92%
Phosphorus:121.18mg
12.12%
Folate:46.02µg
11.51%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.53%
Vitamin D:1.42µg
9.45%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.23%
Vitamin A:444.24IU
8.88%
Calcium:78.11mg
7.81%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.76%
Iron:0.98mg
5.47%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.89%
Vitamin E:0.71mg
4.76%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.56%
Potassium:116.73mg
3.34%
Copper:0.05mg
2.4%
Magnesium:7.41mg
1.85%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious