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Apple Caramel Flan

Irresistible Apple Caramel Flan: A Vegan Fall Delight

This Easy Vegan Apple Caramel Flan features silky custard and spiced apple chunks, making it an ideal vegan dessert for fall.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 1 cup Sugar provides sweetness and is the base for your caramel; watch closely to prevent burning.
  • 1/4 cup Water helps dissolve sugar before it cooks.
  • 1 pinch Salt enhances flavor and balances sweetness in the caramel.
For the Flan Base
  • 2 tbsp Vegan Butter adds moisture and richness; substitute with coconut oil for a non-dairy alternative.
  • 2 medium Apples, diced the star ingredient, providing sweetness and texture.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon elevates the flavor profile of the apples.
  • 1.5 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk serves as the liquid base for the custard.
  • 2 tbsp Maple Syrup brings natural sweetness to the custard.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar sweetens the custard.
  • 1/3 cup Cornstarch thickens the custard, ensuring a smooth texture.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Loaf Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Prepare the Caramel
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Cook without stirring until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Quickly pour into a loaf pan and let it cool.
Sauté the Apples
  1. Melt vegan butter in a skillet over medium heat, add diced apples and cinnamon. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until tender.
Make the Custard
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Whisk almond milk, maple syrup, sugar, cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Fold in sautéed apples.
Combine & Bake
  1. Pour apple-custard mixture over the caramel in the loaf pan. Place in a larger baking dish filled with hot water and bake for about 40 minutes, until set.
Cool and Refrigerate
  1. Let flan cool at room temperature for 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serve Your Flan
  1. Run a knife around the edges and invert onto a serving plate. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Best enjoyed chilled with whipped coconut cream. Adjust spices according to your preference.

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