Description
This Delicious Apple Flan recipe combines the sweet tang of apples with rich caramel and creamy custard for a dessert that’s both elegant and comforting. Perfect for any occasion, this apple flan delivers restaurant-quality results with simple ingredients and techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples (about 1/4 inch thick)
- Make caramel by melting 1/2 cup sugar in a saucepan until golden brown
- Pour caramel into baking dish and arrange apple slices in concentric circles
- Whisk together eggs, remaining sugar, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt
- Gently pour custard mixture over the apples
- Bake in water bath at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes until set
- Cool completely before inverting onto serving plate
Notes
- Use a water bath for even cooking without curdling
- Let flan cool completely before inverting for perfect presentation
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days
- Try adding rum or brandy for an adult variation
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: apple flan, caramel apple dessert, baked custard, easy dessert recipe, homemade flan