Coffee Flan Recipe (Coffee Crème Caramel)
A silky smooth, creamy coffee custard topped with a rich caramel sauce. This easy coffee flan combines the classic elegance of crème caramel with the delicious flavor of coffee, making it the perfect make-ahead dessert for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
For the Caramel:
- 75 g granulated sugar or 6 tbsp
- 80 ml water or ⅓ cup
For the Coffee Custard:
- 4 large eggs
- 100 g granulated sugar or ½ cup
- 500 ml milk or 2 cups
- 3 g vanilla extract or vanilla sugar or 1 tsp
- Pinch of salt optional
- 4 g instant coffee powder or ½ tbsp
Instructions
Prepare the caramel.
- Add the sugar and water to a saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves and turns a deep golden amber color.
- Immediately pour the caramel into a flan mold or baking dish. Swirl to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
Prepare the custard
- Dissolve the instant coffee powder in about 2 tablespoons of milk taken from the total amount of milk.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla until combined. Avoid incorporating too much air.
- Add the coffee mixture and remaining milk. Whisk gently until combined.
- Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve for a silky smooth texture.
- Pour the custard over the hardened caramel.
- Place the mold inside a larger baking pan. Fill the outer pan with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the mold.
Bake the Coffee Flan
- Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 45–55 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the water bath and cool completely.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Run a knife around the edges and invert onto a serving plate before serving.
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Notes
Notes
- Make sure the custard mix is well blended and smooth.
- If any froth forms, let the mixture rest until the bubbles subside before pouring it into the mold.
- Straining the custard helps create an ultra-smooth texture.
- Do not overbake, as this can make the custard grainy.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso powder instead of instant coffee.
- Coffee flan tastes even better the next day.
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