Brazilian Condensed Milk Flan (Pudim de Leite)
This is pudim de leite, the Brazilian condensed milk flan that melts in your mouth. A silky custard under a glossy caramel sauce, baked simply in the oven without a water bath. An easy dessert that wows every time.
🛒 Ingredients
1 servings
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (397 g)
- 1 measure of whole milk (use the empty can)
- 3 eggs
- 10 tbsp sugar (for the caramel)
- 3 tbsp sugar
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the condensed milk, the measure of milk and the eggs. Whisk briskly by hand until the mixture is completely smooth. Set aside.
- 2
Make the caramel: pour the sugar into a non-stick saucepan and heat over medium. Swirl the pan in circles — don't stir with a spoon — until it turns an amber caramel.
- 3
Immediately pour the caramel into the base of a ring flan mould — no need to grease it — and let it set for a moment.
- 4
Pour the reserved custard over the cooled caramel. Bake at 180 °C (350 °F) for about 30 minutes, until golden and set. No water bath needed.
- 5
Let cool to room temperature, then chill overnight. The next day, run a knife around the edge and unmould gently: the caramel coats the flan and flavours it beautifully.
💡 Chef's Tip
For a perfect caramel, never stir with a spoon — just swirl the pan over the heat. A real pudim is best served ice-cold after a full night in the fridge; that patience is what gives it its silky, melting texture.
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