Coffee Crème Caramel Flan

This flan is easy to make but looks and tastes impressively fancy—perfect for any occasion!

Let’s get started.

What You’ll Need

For the Caramel Sauce:

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup water

For the Coffee Custard:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Pro Tips

1. Use freshly brewed espresso for a bold coffee flavor.
2. Don’t stir the caramel while cooking—just swirl the pan gently.
3. Strain the custard before baking for an extra smooth flan.
4. Bake the flan in a water bath to prevent cracks.
5. Chill overnight for the best texture and caramel absorption.

Tools You’ll Need

• Small saucepan
• Whisk
• Mixing bowls
• Fine mesh strainer
• 6-inch round baking dish or ramekins
• Large baking dish (for water bath)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Caramel

In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Let it cook without stirring until it turns deep amber.

Step 2: Pour Caramel into Mold

Quickly pour the caramel into a round baking dish, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Let it harden.

Step 3: Heat the Milk & Coffee

In a saucepan, heat the milk, cream, and brewed coffee over medium heat until warm but not boiling.

Step 4: Whisk the Eggs & Sugar

In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and pale.

Step 5: Combine & Strain the Custard

Slowly pour the warm coffee mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Strain to remove bubbles.

Step 6: Pour into the Mold

Gently pour the custard over the hardened caramel in the baking dish.

Step 7: Bake in a Water Bath

Place the baking dish inside a larger pan filled with hot water. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 45-50 minutes until set.

Step 8: Chill the Flan

Let the flan cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 9: Unmold & Serve

Run a knife around the edges, invert onto a plate, and let the caramel sauce flow over the flan.

Leftovers & Storage

• Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Serve chilled for the best caramel texture.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Coffee Crème Caramel Flan is ready! Silky, rich, and infused with bold coffee flavor, it’s the ultimate indulgent dessert. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Enjoy! ☕🍮✨