PUMPKIN FLAN -TRES LECHES - Flan de Calabaza

YOU WON'T STOP at a slice! This fall twist of two favorite classics it's absolutely SUPERB! Think pumpkin pie flavors with a creamy custard texture. YUM! YUM! It’s a creamy, dreamy custard that’s so soft, yet firm enough to hold its shape. Let me show you how to make it. It's quite easy to put together if you use a can of pumpkin puree. The caramel may scare some new bakers, but it's not that hard, really! Just be careful bc it's really hot, other ways it's "easy-peasy" :)
CARAMEL:
1 cup SUGAR
1Tbsp VINEGAR
Melt the sugar over low heat until melted. (5-7 min, depending on the heat you use). Do not burn it though, bc it can taste bitter.
FLAN: Mix together:
5 EGGS
1 Can PUMPKIN PUREE (100% pure pumpkin), 15 oz/425g, or about 1+1/2 cup if choose to use real pumpkin (boil or bake)
1 Can Sweetened Condensed Milk, 14 oz/395 gr
1 Can Evaporated Milk, 12 oz (can be substituted with half/half, or whole milk)
SPICES:
1/8- 1/4 tsp SALT
1-2 tsp CINNAMON,
1 Tbsp VANILLA (Paste, preferable),
and freshly grated WHOLE NUTMEG. About a half of one whole nut. The more, the merrier, in my opinion! I love a lot of nutmeg.
p.s. of course, you can substitute with nutmeg powder, or with pumpkin spice, but keep in mind, freshly grated nutmeg it’s what I recommend 😉
ENJOY, and HAPPY FALL Y'ALL!
Until next time :)

[@sarahirwin1769]

I'm watching this at nearly 3 am and falling asleep because it's so relaxing and soothing.

[@MarianaBakes2023]

Hi, Sarah, i'm glad to hear that ☺️ I meant to make it a little relaxing to " match" the mood of fall :). Wishing you a great season 😊 🧡❣️....also try the recipe, it's easy, and if you like pumpkin, you will like this flan too! 😋

[@corneliatanasie9927]

Wow ce bunatate! ❤❤❤

[@MarianaBakes2023]

Thank you, my darling 😘

[@sarahirwin1769]

Why the vinegar in the sugar for the caramel?

[@MarianaBakes2023]

It can be done without it, but is used to keep the sugar from crystallization on the sides of the pan. It helps melt a little more smoothly.

[@sarahirwin1769]

@@MarianaBakes2023 Good to know. It didn't affect the flavor?

[@MarianaBakes2023]

​@@sarahirwin1769 Not at all!!! 😊