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 in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with this delightful Tangerine-Honey Flan with Grapefruit Segments. A smooth, creamy dessert that's not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. The rich custard, infused with the vibrant citrus flavors of tangerine and a hint of honey, comes together beautifully with the bright and refreshing burst of grapefruit segments.

What makes this dessert truly special is the delicate caramel layer that forms the base of the flan, creating a silky-smooth texture. The combination of heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, and fresh tangerine juice makes each bite melt in your mouth, while the tangy grapefruit segments add an exciting citrusy contrast to the sweetness. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a flavorful end to your meal, this dessert is sure to impress with its sophisticated taste and beautiful presentation.

Perfect for those with dietary preferences, this flan is both gluten-free and vegetarian, making it an excellent choice for a variety of guests. Plus, it’s simple to make, requiring just a few basic ingredients and about 45 minutes of prep time. So why not treat yourself to a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent? Let the vibrant citrus flavors elevate your dessert game with this delightful Tangerine-Honey Flan!

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