Coconut Caramel Flan is a delightful twist on the classic flan, offering a rich, creamy texture with a tropical coconut flavor. This dessert is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. The flan is made using just four simple ingredients: coconut condensed milk, soy milk, eggs, and caramel sauce. It's baked using the traditional water bath method, ensuring a smooth and silky custard. After baking, the flan is chilled overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly. This dessert is sure to impress guests and satisfy sweet cravings.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
  
  

• 1 can (490g) coconut condensed milk, at room temperature
  
  

• 1 can (same size as condensed milk) soy milk, at room temperature
  
  

• 6 large eggs, at room temperature
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
   
   

2. Pour the caramel sauce into a steam pudding pan (one that has a lid and a hole in the middle). Use a silicone basting brush or a small spatula to spread the caramel sauce around the pan.
   
   

3. In a blender, combine the coconut condensed milk, soy milk, and eggs. Blend until smooth.
   
   

4. Place the steam pudding pan in the center of a high-sided baking dish to create a water bath. Pour the flan mixture into the steam pudding pan and cover with the lid.
   
   

5. Add boiling water to the baking dish until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the steam pudding pan.
   
   

6. Carefully place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes.
   
   

7. After baking, remove the pudding pan from the oven (without opening the lid) and let it cool on a wire rack for 1 hour.
   
   

8. Refrigerate the flan overnight. To unmold, invert the pan onto a large serving plate. Keep the flan in the fridge until serving. Optionally, add more caramel sauce on top before serving.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 200 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 6g
  
  

• Fat: 10g
  
  

  • Saturated Fat: 8g
    
    

• Carbohydrates: 24g
  
  

  • Sugars: 22g
    
    

• Sodium: 50mg
  
  

• Cholesterol: 180mg