Tangerine-Honey Flan with Grapefruit Segments

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Tangerine-Honey Flan with Grapefruit Segments
45 min.
6
366kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the sweetness of tangerines and honey with the refreshing tartness of grapefruit. Our Tangerine-Honey Flan is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. This vegetarian and gluten-free dessert is sure to impress your guests, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth.

With a creamy texture and a luscious caramel layer, this flan is a classic dessert reimagined with vibrant citrus flavors. The combination of fresh tangerine juice and finely chopped tangerine peel infuses the custard with a burst of citrusy goodness, while the grapefruit segments add a refreshing contrast that elevates each bite. Plus, the flan is surprisingly easy to make, requiring just 45 minutes of your time, and can be prepared a day in advance, allowing you to enjoy the moment with your loved ones.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through each step to create a stunning dessert that is sure to leave a lasting impression. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  •  grapefruit 
  • 0.8 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup condensed milk sweetened
  • 0.3 cup lime zest with vegetable peeler) finely chopped
  • cup tangerine juice fresh
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • cake form
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Bring 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water to boil in heavy small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and brushing down sides of pan with wet pastry brush. Increase heat and boil without stirring until syrup is deep amber color, swirling pan occasionally, about 7 minutes.
  2. Pour caramel syrup into 8-inch-diameter cake pan with 1 1/2-inch-high sides; quickly rotate pan so syrup covers bottom.
  3. Whisk eggs, yolks, honey, vanilla, and salt in medium bowl to blend. Bring cream, condensed milk, and tangerine peel to simmer in medium saucepan. Slowly whisk hot cream mixture into egg mixture.
  4. Whisk in tangerine juice. Strain custard into caramel-lined pan.
  5. Place pan into 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan.
  6. Pour enough hot water into baking pan to come halfway up sides of cake pan.
  7. Bake flan until set in center when cake pan is slightly moved, about 40 minutes.
  8. Remove from water; cool 30 minutes. Chill flan uncovered until very cold and firm, at least 6 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
  9. Cut all peel and pith from each grapefruit. Working over medium bowl, cut between membranes, releasing segments. Chill until ready to use.
  10. Cut around flan in pan.
  11. Place plate on top of pan and invert, releasing flan.
  12. Cut into wedges; serve with grapefruit.

Nutrition Facts

Calories366kcal
Protein7.07%
Fat39.96%
Carbs52.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.06
Glycemic Load
25.23
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.69521747983%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
9.06mg
Naringenin
28.55mg
Luteolin
0.51mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:365.96kcal
18.3%
Fat:16.73g
25.73%
Saturated Fat:9.18g
57.35%
Carbohydrates:49.88g
16.63%
Net Carbohydrates:48.32g
17.57%
Sugar:45.86g
50.96%
Cholesterol:222.35mg
74.12%
Sodium:61.23mg
2.66%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Protein:6.66g
13.31%
Vitamin C:40.42mg
48.99%
Vitamin A:1812.28IU
36.25%
Selenium:14.56µg
20.8%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.89%
Phosphorus:148.74mg
14.87%
Calcium:108.13mg
10.81%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.52%
Folate:40.51µg
10.13%
Vitamin D:1.45µg
9.65%
Potassium:306.78mg
8.77%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.88%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.51%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.03%
Fiber:1.57g
6.27%
Vitamin E:0.93mg
6.23%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.04%
Magnesium:19.43mg
4.86%
Iron:0.86mg
4.76%
Copper:0.07mg
3.56%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.58%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.46%
Vitamin K:1.18µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious