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Dulce de Leche Caramel Flan — traditional dish from Buenos Aires, Argentina
Dessert Vegetarian

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥320kcal
💪8gProtein
🌾45gCarbs
🥑12gFat
🌿—Fibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

Allergens

🥛 Dairy 🥚 Eggs

Dulce de Leche Caramel Flan

How to order / say it
Say it Flan de Dulce de Leche — [flahn deh DOOL-seh deh LEH-cheh]
Order I'd like the dulce de leche flan, please.
Locally Quisiera el flan de dulce de leche, por favor.
Say locally

Decadent caramel custard dessert enriched with dulce de leche.

Why try it?

This flan showcases Argentina's beloved dulce de leche, blending tradition with sweetness in a quintessential dessert enjoyed across generations.

How it tastes

It has a smooth, silky texture with a rich, caramel-infused sweetness. The dulce de leche adds depth and warmth, making each bite indulgent and luxurious.

Origin & History — first documented: 1920

Flan was introduced by Spanish settlers and adapted in the early 20th century to include dulce de leche, enhancing its popularity in Argentina.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🍯 150 g dulce de leche
  • 🍯 100 g sugar
  • 🥚 4 eggs
  • 🥛 400 ml milk
  • 🧂 5 ml vanilla extract

Method

  1. 1 Caramelize sugar until golden and spread in a flan mold.
  2. 2 Mix milk, dulce de leche, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. 3 Pour mixture over caramel and cover with foil.
  4. 4 Bake in a water bath at 180°C for 45-50 minutes.

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