Pudim de Leite Condensado (Brazilian Condensed Milk Flan)

Brazilian Condensed Milk Flan (Pudim de Leite Condensado) is a traditional dessert that is loved by people of all ages. This creamy and delicious flan is made with just a few simple ingredients, including sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and eggs. The caramel sauce adds a touch of sweetness and richness to the flan, making it a truly irresistible dessert.

This recipe for Brazilian Condensed Milk Flan is easy to follow and produces a perfect flan every time. The flan is baked in a water bath, which helps to prevent it from cracking. Once the flan is baked, it is chilled until firm and then inverted onto a serving plate.

Pudim de Leite Condensado is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It is certain to please everyone at your next gathering.

Ingredients (8 servings):

For the Flan:

• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 (14 oz) can whole milk (use the empty condensed milk can as a measuring cup)
• 3 large eggs

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

To make the Caramel Sauce:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the sugar over medium heat until it melts and turns a deep amber color.
2. Carefully add the water (it will splatter!), and stir until the sauce is smooth.
3. Pour the caramel sauce into the bottom of an 8-inch round baking dish.

To make the Flan:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a blender, combine the condensed milk, whole milk, and eggs. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour the flan mixture into the prepared baking dish.
4. Place the baking dish inside a larger baking dish, and fill the larger dish with enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the smaller dish.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool completely before inverting onto a serving plate.

Tips:

• For a smoother flan, strain the mixture before pouring it into the baking dish.
• To prevent the flan from cracking, let it cool completely before inverting it onto a serving plate.
• If you don’t have a blender, you can whisk the ingredients together by hand. Just be sure to whisk until the mixture is smooth.

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