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by sanna last updated August 27, 2019 posted October 24, 2018 4 Comments

Cinnamon Flan

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This Cinnamon Flan is a smooth and creamy custard dessert infused with the warm flavor of cinnamon and topped with a sweet caramel topping.

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So creamy and smooth! This simple Cinnamon flan is a great dessert made of a simple custard that is infused with Cinnamon and topped with sweet caramel. #Cinnamondessert #custard #CinnamonRecipes #Cinnamonpie

A slice of cinnamon flan on a saucer plate.

So creamy and smooth! This simple Cinnamon flan is a great dessert made of a simple custard that is infused with Cinnamon and topped with sweet caramel. #Cinnamondessert #custard #CinnamonRecipes #Cinnamonpie

Custard based desserts are a less intimidating form of indulgence that appeals to the “average dessert consumer” in my opinion. While many will pass up a slice of that rich cake or pie, only a few people will say no to a simple custard.

This cinnamon flan is a light custard that is wonderfully infused with cinnamon. I love how subtle the flavor is, just enough to highlight the smooth and creamy custard base.

It is a beautiful union of eggs, milk and cinnamon in a satisfying custard dessert.

Cinnamon Flan on a big serving plate with its base soaked in caramel syrup.

When my husband brought this to his work one morning and texted me that the entire thing is almost gone before noon, my heart jumped for joy.

That Flan, that Cinnamon Flan is a humble charmer, I thought to myself. Nothing compares to the happiness when goods from the blog are consumed and loved. And I just love the guy for giving it that exposure.

This Cinnamon Flan makes me like one proud mama to her child. Something like that.

How to Make Cinnamon Flan

Cinnamon flan is composed of two elements: the caramel topping made of sugar that is caramelized in a  baking pan, and the custard that is made of milk, cream, eggs, sugar and infused with cinnamon.

Some of the ingredients for making Cinnamon Flan: cinnamon, eggs, condensed milk and cream.

The Caramel Topping

Start by making the caramel topping. Since the flan will be overturned after baking, the caramel topping will be the first element in the pan.

Evenly layer the sugar in a 9 inch round baking pan. The entire surface should be covered with the sugar. Place the pan directly over the stove and over low heat, melt the sugar without stirring until it caramelizes.

It is important not to walk away from this process. You want to keep an eye so that the sugar does not get too dark (burnt).

Sugar cooked on a pan until it caramelizes.

At first, you will see portions of the sugar start to melt and turn into a clear liquid. Next, the portions will turn caramel in color. Once most of the sugar is caramelized, turn off heat and immediately but gently tilt the pan around to distribute the caramel around the entire surface of the pan. Please use kitchen mitts.

Set the pan aside. The caramel will set quickly.

caramelizing the sugar to make the topping for the cinnamon flan.

The Custard

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. In a large mixing bowl whisk together condensed milk, cream, vanilla and cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, combine the eggs and yolks and lightly stir them just to break the yolks. Stir the eggs to the milk mixture. Strain the custard over the caramel layer in the pan.
  • Place a roasting pan in the center rack of the oven. Position the cinnamon flan in the center of the roasting pan. Gently fill the roasting pan with water until the baking pan is halfway submerged.
  • Close the oven door and bake for 50-60 minutes. The edges are set and the middle has a very slight jiggle.

Slices of Cinnamon Flan, each in a saucer plate.

After baking, the cinnamon flan needs to be chilled. So cool it down to room temperature and refrigerate it overnight.

To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan. Turn it over on a rimmed serving plate. Give the pan a solid tap to release the flan if needed.

The flan slices beautifully, revealing a creamy and silky custard that is speckled with bits of cinnamon inside. It is a delicious sight, then wait till the first bite. You will be head over heels in love.

Enjoy!

Close up view of Cinnamon Flan slice.

Here are more Baking Recipes for Fall:

  • Apple Crumble Cake
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake
  • Apple tart
  • Caramelized Apple Tarts
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Loaf Bread
  • Sweet Potato Pie
  • Sweet Potato Scones with Honey Glaze
Close up view of Cinnamon Flan slice.
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Cinnamon Flan

This Cinnamon Flan is a smooth and creamy custard dessert infused with the warm flavor of cinnamon and topped with a sweet caramel topping.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Western
Keyword Cinnamon Flan
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 360 kcal
Author sanna

Ingredients

For the Caramel Topping

  • 1 cup sugar

For the Custard

  • 300 ml condensed milk 1 can
  • 1 and 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 4 eggs
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

Make the Caramel Topping

  1. In a 9-inch aluminum round baking pan, place the sugar in an even layer, covering the entire bottom surface of the pan. Place the pan directly on the stove over low heat. Let the sugar melt without stirring.

  2. The sugar will start to melt one section at a time and turn translucent. It will then turn into a caramel color liquid. Once the sugar is mostly caramelized, turn off heat. With hand gloves on, gently tilt the pan around to distribute the caramel evenly across the entire pan. It is important to do this right away because the caramel will quickly harden. Set the pan aside.

Make the Custard

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Combine milk, cream, cinnamon, and vanilla in a bowl and whisk to incorporate.  

  2. In another bowl, lightly stir the eggs and the egg yolks together, whisking gently just to break the yolks.  Stir the eggs to the milk mixture. Strain the custard over the caramel in the pan.

  3. Place a roasting pan in the middle rack of the oven. Gently place the cinnamon flan in the center of the roasting pan. Gently fill the roasting pan with water until the baking pan is submerged halfway. Close the oven door and bake for 50-60 minutes. The custard should cinnamon in the edges and the middle just jiggles very slightly.

  4. Cool the cinnamon flan. Refrigerate overnight to set fully. To serve, run a knife around the edges to loosen. Turn over on a rimmed serving plate.

Recipe Notes

Nutrition Facts
Cinnamon Flan
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 360 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 241mg80%
Sodium 82mg4%
Potassium 174mg5%
Carbohydrates 38g13%
Sugar 36g40%
Protein 7g14%
Calcium 137mg14%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Vitamin A 855IU17%
Iron 0.7mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

If you make this, I ‘d like to see! Please use hashtag #womanscribbles on Instagram or tag me!
This Cinnamon Flan is a light tasting custard dessert infused with the warm flavor of cinnamon and topped with a thin layer of caramel.

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  1. Jena Leigh | Naughty Kitchen says

    October 24, 2018 at 10:42 am

    You had me at caramel! I love leche flan and to have it with caramel is a real treat! This is such a good idea ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • sanna says

      October 26, 2018 at 3:46 am

      Thanks Jena! You will love this ๐Ÿ™‚

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