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I've stumbled upon flan perfection! This Instant Pot version delivers creamy, silky-smooth custard without fuss. Forget hours of oven-watching – pressure cooking creates magic in minutes. Rich caramel melts into luscious custard, resulting in a dessert that'll impress everyone. Whether you're new to flan-making or a seasoned pro, this recipe simplifies process without sacrificing flavor. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness that'll transport your taste buds straight to dessert heaven!
Ingredients for Instant Pot Flan
- Sugar: Adds sweetness and caramelizes to create a rich, golden syrup that enhances the flavor and texture of the flan.
- Eggs: Provide structure and richness to the flan, helping it set properly and giving a creamy texture.
- Sweetened condensed milk: Adds sweetness and creaminess to the flan, giving it a rich and luscious texture.
- Evaporated milk: Adds richness and creaminess to the flan, contributing to its smooth and velvety consistency.
- Vanilla extract: Enhances the flavor of the flan with its aromatic and warm notes, adding depth to the overall taste.
Essential Tools for Making Flan in the Instant Pot
- Saucepan: To caramelize the sugar for the flan.
- Blender: To mix the ingredients for the flan custard smoothly.
- Flan mold: To cook and shape the flan in the Instant Pot.
- Aluminum foil: To cover the flan mold during cooking in the Instant Pot.
- Instant Pot: To pressure cook the flan to perfection.
Instant Pot Flan Recipe: Silky Smooth Perfection
Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Blender
- Saucepan
- Flan Mold
- Aluminum Foil
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar for caramel
- 4 large eggs
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
- 1 can evaporated milk 12 oz
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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Instructions:
- Caramelize the sugar in a saucepan until golden brown, then pour into the bottom of the flan mold.
- In a blender, combine eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the caramel in the flan mold.
- Cover the mold with aluminum foil.
- Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot, place the trivet inside, and put the flan mold on top.
- Close the Instant Pot, set to high pressure for 25 minutes, then do a quick release.
- Carefully remove the flan mold, let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan, place a plate on top, and flip to release the flan with the caramel on top.
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Can You Make Instant Pot Flan Ahead of Time?
Make Ahead Instructions
- After cooling, cover the flan mold with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- When ready to serve, follow step 8 of the recipe.
Freezing Instructions
- Once the flan has cooled completely, cover the mold tightly with aluminum foil.
- Place in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag.
- Freeze for up to 1 month.
- To thaw, transfer to the refrigerator overnight.
- Follow step 8 of the recipe to serve.
When making flan, try using a water bath in the oven instead of an instant pot for a more traditional cooking method. This can result in a creamier texture and smoother consistency.
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