Individual Flans

I’m always on the lookout for desserts sized for two. This rich, comfy custard is smooth, easy and just right for my husband and me!

Individual Flans

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 teaspoons caramel ice cream topping
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch ground allspice

Instructions

  • 1. Divide coconut between 2 ungreased 6-oz. custard cups. Drizzle with caramel topping. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; pour into custard cups.
  • 2. Place a steamer rack inside a large skillet. Pour water into skillet until it comes almost to the top of the rack. Place custard cups on rack. Bring to a boil; cover and steam until a knife inserted 1 in. from the edge comes out clean, 10-12 minutes.
  • 3. Remove cups to a wire rack; let stand 10 minutes. Run a knife around edge of cup. Unmold flans onto dessert plates; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 307 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 258mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.