Pineapple Flan

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Pineapple Flan
45 min.
6
667kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a tropical delight: Pineapple Flan! This luscious dessert combines the creamy richness of traditional flan with the bright, refreshing flavors of fresh pineapple and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether you're hosting a festive dinner or simply craving something sweet after a meal, this flan promises to be a showstopper.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its vegetarian and gluten-free nature, catering to a wide range of dietary preferences. The simplicity of the ingredients—from the smooth sweetened condensed milk to the vibrant pineapple juice—creates a dessert that is both indulgent and light on the palate. Plus, the subtle caramel layer adds a beautiful contrast and an irresistible sweetness that will have your guests coming back for seconds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a stunning dessert that serves six and can be prepped in advance, allowing you to enjoy your time with loved ones without the stress of last-minute preparations. The visual appeal of the inverted flan topped with dried pineapple not only makes for an enticing presentation but also sparks anticipation for the delicious flavors that await.

So, grab your mixing bowls and a whisk, and get ready to create a dessert that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with every creamy, flavorful bite. Your culinary adventure starts now!

Ingredients

  •  egg yolks 
  • large eggs 
  • cup pineapple fresh finely chopped
  • servings garnish: pineapple dried
  • cups pineapple juice 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 14 ounce condensed milk sweetened canned
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • blender
  • roasting pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Cook pineapple juice in a saucepan over medium-high heat 20 minutes or until reduced to 1/2 cup; set aside.
  2. Sprinkle sugar in an 8-inch round cakepan; place over medium heat, and cook, shaking pan constantly, until sugar melts and turns a light golden brown.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Process reduced pineapple juice, condensed milk, and next 4 ingredients in a blender until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides; stir in pineapple.
  5. Pour custard over caramelized sugar in pan. Cover with aluminum foil; place in a roasting pan.
  6. Add hot water to roasting pan to a depth of 1 inch.
  7. Bake at 350 for 50 to 55 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  8. Remove cakepan from water, and uncover; cool flan in cakepan on a wire rack 30 minutes. Cover and chill for 2 hours.
  9. Run a knife around edge of flan to loosen; invert onto a serving plate.
  10. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories667kcal
Protein7.21%
Fat32.93%
Carbs59.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.29
Glycemic Load
40.06
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.176956498105%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:666.66kcal
33.33%
Fat:25.02g
38.49%
Saturated Fat:14.41g
90.04%
Carbohydrates:102.31g
34.1%
Net Carbohydrates:100.8g
36.66%
Sugar:95.04g
105.6%
Cholesterol:257.51mg
85.84%
Sodium:136.61mg
5.94%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:12.33g
24.66%
Vitamin C:28.69mg
34.78%
Selenium:23.9µg
34.14%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.5%
Vitamin B2:0.54mg
31.8%
Phosphorus:283.5mg
28.35%
Calcium:272.73mg
27.27%
Vitamin A:1044.38IU
20.89%
Vitamin B5:1.35mg
13.52%
Folate:52.86µg
13.22%
Potassium:460.97mg
13.17%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.54%
Vitamin D:1.75µg
11.69%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.56%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.72%
Iron:1.86mg
10.34%
Zinc:1.37mg
9.12%
Magnesium:36.25mg
9.06%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.58%
Copper:0.13mg
6.27%
Fiber:1.5g
6.01%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.41%
Vitamin K:2.23µg
2.13%
Source:My Recipes