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Rich and Creamy Pumpkin Flan

A delightful dessert celebrating autumn, capturing the essence of home with its silky texture and luscious pumpkin flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar for caramelizing
  • 1/4 cup water To dissolve the sugar
For the Flan
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree Canned pumpkin puree for convenience
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk Adds richness and sweetness
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk For a creamy texture
  • 3 pieces eggs Large eggs to bind ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Classic fall spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds warmth to the flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a saucepan, mix the sugar and water over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and turns golden brown. Pour the caramel into your flan mold or a round baking dish.
  3. In a blender, combine pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  4. Carefully pour the pumpkin mixture over the caramel layer in the mold.
Baking
  1. Place the flan mold inside a larger baking dish and fill the outer dish with water halfway up the sides of the flan mold.
  2. Bake in the oven for about 60 minutes, or until the flan is set.
Cooling
  1. Remove from the oven, let cool for a bit, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  2. Invert the flan onto a serving plate before serving.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Store in the refrigerator for up to five days. Cover well to maintain its texture.