Delicious Flan with Maria Biscuits Recipe
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C or 350°F.
- Fill a baking pan half way with water and place it in the oven.
- Next, pour the caramel in the pudding pan and move it around a little so that it covers the sides of the pan.
- In a bowl, place the eggs and beat lightly, without making too much foam, add the sugar and mix until blended well with the eggs.
- Add the milk and the condensed milk and mix.
- Finally add the crushed maria biscuits and vanilla, beat until everything is well mixed and pour into the pan.
- Place the pudding pan inside the baking pan with water in the oven and bake in a water bath for about 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, test the toothpick, if it comes out slightly moistened, it is ready.
- Let it cool and refrigerate for about 5 to 6 hours.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl mix a little nutela (warm it up just a little in the microwave to mix better) with some chopped maria biscuits.
- Spread a layer on the surface of the pudding and place it back in the refrigerator.
- Unmold when serving.
Note: The original recipe asks to make individual sized puddings, this recipe above is for one regular sized pudding.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can use any plain sweet biscuit or cookie, such as digestive biscuits, vanilla wafers, or even graham crackers. Just make sure they are similar in taste and texture for the best results.
Store leftover flan in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to 3 days. You can also cover it with plastic wrap to prevent it from absorbing any odors.
If your flan didn’t set properly, it may need more time in the oven, or the oven temperature may have been too low. Make sure to bake it until the toothpick comes out slightly moist – not wet. If it’s not set after cooling, you can try re-baking it in the water bath for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Recommended Drink Pairings
Wine
Portuguese: Madeira Wine - The rich, caramel notes of Madeira complement the sweetness of the flan beautifully.
General: Moscato - This sweet, lightly sparkling wine enhances the creamy texture and flavor of the flan while balancing its richness.
Beer
Portuguese: Super Bock - This lager offers a crisp finish that pairs well with the dessert's creaminess without overpowering it.
General: Blonde Ale - A light and refreshing blonde ale complements the flan's sweetness with its mild hop character.
Other Beverages
Coffee: A smooth, medium roast coffee balances the sweetness of the flan and enhances its flavors with a nice contrast.
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