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French Chocolate Flan

Indulge in Irresistible French Chocolate Flan Perfection

Delight in the creamy, rich textures of this French Chocolate Flan, a perfect dessert for any gathering.
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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: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Ingredients
  • 3 large Egg Yolks Adds richness and creamy texture
  • 2 large Whole Eggs Provides structure and stability
  • 1 cup White Sugar Adjust to taste
  • ⅓ cup Cornstarch Thickens the custard
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 ½ cups Whole Milk Base for the custard
  • 1 ¾ cups Heavy Cream Adds creaminess
  • 7 oz Dark Chocolate Chopped, use at least 70% cacao
  • 1 tablespoon Jam For brushing, optional
Tart Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Forms the tart base
  • ⅓ cup Icing Sugar Sweetens the tart crust
  • ¼ cup Cocoa Powder Imparts chocolate flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 stick Butter Melted, provides flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • tart pan
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation of Flan
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, icing sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla, mixing until a soft dough forms. Press into a tart pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the tart shell with parchment paper and fill with weights. Bake for 15 minutes, then cool on a wire rack.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk egg yolks, whole eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk and cream, heating until thickened. Stir in dark chocolate until melted.
  4. Pour the custard into the cooled tart shell and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until set but still slightly wobbly.
  5. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then brush with jam and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for even mixing, and whisk continuously while heating the custard to avoid scorching. Brush the top with jam for an elegant finish.

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