Brazilian Coconut & Cheese Flan
A velvety Brazilian flan layered over golden caramel, blending the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut with the subtle savory note of grated cheese. Baked gently in a bain-marie, it unmolds into a silky, fragrant slice that is both comforting and exotic. A showstopper dessert that will have your guests asking for the recipe.
🛒 Ingredients
10 servings
- 2 cups sugar (for caramel)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 eggs
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 50 g grated cheese
- 50 g shredded coconut
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Directions
- 1
Melt 2 cups of sugar directly in the baking mold over medium heat without stirring, swirling gently until you get a smooth golden caramel. Set aside and allow to cool completely.
- 2
Add milk, eggs, margarine, sugar, and flour to a blender. Blend for 4 minutes until smooth and well combined.
- 3
Turn off the blender and fold in the shredded coconut and grated cheese gently with a spoon — do not blend again.
- 4
Pour the batter into the caramel-lined mold. Bake in a bain-marie in a preheated oven at 350 °F (180 °C) for 1 hour 30 minutes.
- 5
Allow to cool to room temperature, refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then carefully unmold onto a serving plate.
💡 Chef's Tip
Never stir the sugar while making the caramel — just swirl the mold slowly for an even coat. For the best silky texture, prepare the day before and serve cold.
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