Can I use canned pumpkin purée?

Yes, canned pumpkin purée can be used as a substitute for fresh pumpkin purée.

What is the purpose of the water bath?

The water bath ensures even cooking and prevents the flan from cracking or drying out.

Can I replace sweetened condensed milk with regular milk?

No, sweetened condensed milk is essential for the sweetness and texture of the flan.

How do I know when the flan is done?

The flan is done when it is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

Can I add other spices to the flan?

Yes, you can experiment with spices like cinnamon or cardamom for additional flavor.

Pumpkin Flan

Name: Pumpkin Flan
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 300 g pumpkin purée; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 200 mL milk; 400 mL sweetened condensed milk; 6 eggs; orange zest; 0.5 tsp nutmeg; fine salt; liquid caramel

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International Dessert Vegetarian Contains Eggs

Sharing this step-by-step recipe for a delicious and nutritious pumpkin flan, perfect as a dessert for little ones who sometimes refuse to eat vegetables. This pumpkin flan is exceptionally smooth and has a wonderful flavor, thanks in large part to the addition of sweetened condensed milk, which gives it that...

Prep Time

20min

Cook Time

1hr 0min

Total Time

1hr 20min

How to make Pumpkin Flan

Step 1
Boil the pumpkin and mash it into a purée.
Step 2
Strain the pumpkin purée to remove any lumps.
Step 3
Add one tablespoon of cornstarch and mix well.
Step 4
Stir in the milk and sweetened condensed milk.
Step 5
Incorporate the eggs, orange zest, nutmeg, and a pinch of fine salt. Mix until fully combined.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into a mold that has been previously coated with liquid caramel.
Step 7
Bake in a water bath (bain-marie) for about 60 minutes in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F).

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

205.9kcal (10.3%)

Protein

6.4g (12.74%)

Carbs

32.0g (11.63%)

Sugars

25.7g (51.4%)

Healthy Fat

1.8g

Unhealthy Fat

3.4g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

Ensure the pumpkin purée is smooth and free of lumps for a silky texture.
Use freshly grated orange zest for a more vibrant flavor.
Let the flan cool completely before unmolding to avoid breaking it.

FAQS

Can I use canned pumpkin purée?
Yes, canned pumpkin purée can be used as a substitute for fresh pumpkin purée.
What is the purpose of the water bath?
The water bath ensures even cooking and prevents the flan from cracking or drying out.
Can I replace sweetened condensed milk with regular milk?
No, sweetened condensed milk is essential for the sweetness and texture of the flan.
How do I know when the flan is done?
The flan is done when it is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Can I add other spices to the flan?
Yes, you can experiment with spices like cinnamon or cardamom for additional flavor.

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