Classic Mexican Flan with Spiced Caramel

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A silky custard dessert with a rich, spiced caramel topping for a sweet, indulgent finish to any meal. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 45 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a saucepan, combine milk, cinnamon, and vanilla. Heat over low heat until warm, then whisk in eggs until fully incorporated.
  2. Step 2: Pour mixture into a flan mold. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes until set and golden.
  3. Step 3: Let cool, then refrigerate 4 hours. Serve chilled with spiced caramel drizzled over the top, garnished with pecans and chocolate shavings.

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