How to Make A Easy Simple Tasty Banana Flan

Introduction to Banana Flan

Imagine a dessert that combines the smooth richness of traditional flan with the subtle sweetness of ripe bananas. This isn’t just a regular flan—it’s banana flan. The velvety custard, infused with the gentle flavor of bananas, is embraced by a luscious caramel sauce.

How to Make A Easy Simple Tasty Banana Flan

Recipe by Cinnamon GrayDifficulty: Easy

Banana Flan

Ingredients

• 1 banana

• 50 grams white flour

• 2 eggs

• 100ml milk

• Sesame seed

Directions

• Mix your eggs, milk and flour together into a smooth creamy texture.
• Evenly slice the banana about 20mm thick.
• Put some oil into a shallow pan on a low heat, place the slices evenly around the pan.
• Now pour the creamy mix over the banana and place the lid.
• Cook for about 5 minutes, turn out onto a plate and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

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Notes

• Optional: Sweetened condensed milk
  Evaporated milk
  Sugar (for caramel)
  A pinch of salt These are simple, everyday ingredients, but together, they form a dessert that feels anything but ordinary.
  Vanilla extract
  
• Dont be afraid to experiment.

It’s a tropical twist on a classic dessert, and the best part? It’s not as complicated as it might seem. Let’s explore how to craft this delightful creation in your very own kitchen.

The Rich History of Flan

Flan may seem like a modern-day indulgence, but its roots stretch back centuries. This custard-based dessert can trace its origins to ancient Rome, where chefs would combine milk, eggs, and honey to create a simple treat. Over time, as the recipe evolved, it traveled across Europe and eventually to Latin America, where it became a beloved staple. With each culture that embraced it, new flavors and variations were born—like the banana flan. This creamy dessert has since become a symbol of culinary fusion, marrying old-world technique with tropical charm.

Why Banana?

Bananas are an unsung hero in the world of dessert. Their naturally sweet and creamy texture makes them an ideal candidate for blending into flan. Unlike some other fruits, bananas are mild enough to complement the eggy custard without overpowering it. The result? A harmonious balance of flavors that feels indulgent without being overwhelming. Plus, bananas add a richness and a hint of nostalgia—who hasn’t grown up loving the taste of a ripe banana?

Ingredients You’ll Need

Before you dive into making banana flan, gather these essential ingredients:

• Ripe bananas (the more spotty, the better!)
• Eggs
• white flour
• Milk
• Sesame seed

Optional

• Sweetened condensed milk
• Evaporated milk
• Sugar (for caramel)
• A pinch of salt These are simple, everyday ingredients, but together, they form a dessert that feels anything but ordinary.
• Vanilla extract

Preparing the Caramel Base

Caramel is the unsung foundation of flan. To make the caramel base, you’ll need sugar and water. This may seem basic, but the process is where the magic happens. Heat the sugar over medium heat, gently swirling the pan to ensure it melts evenly. Soon, it will transform into a golden, molten syrup. Once you’ve achieved that perfect amber hue, quickly pour the caramel into your baking dish, swirling it to coat the bottom evenly. The caramel will harden almost instantly, setting the stage for the creamy custard that will soon follow.

Crafting the Perfect Banana Custard

Now comes the heart of the flan: the custard. Begin by blending your ripe bananas into a smooth puree. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Gently fold in the banana puree, creating a mixture that’s rich, silky, and full of flavor. Be sure to whisk gently to avoid incorporating too much air—flan should be dense and creamy, not fluffy. The custard should glide like liquid gold, thick enough to hold its shape when baked, but smooth enough to melt on your tongue.

Assembling and Baking

With the caramel set and the custard mixed, it’s time to bring it all together. Pour the banana custard over the hardened caramel in your baking dish. The key to a perfect flan is low and slow baking. Place the baking dish inside a larger pan filled with water, creating a bain-marie, or water bath. This ensures even cooking and prevents the custard from curdling. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set but still jiggly in the center. The patience it takes to bake flan is rewarded tenfold when you see that creamy perfection emerge from the oven.

Cooling and Serving

This is where patience becomes a virtue. Once your flan has finished baking, allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Then, transfer it to the fridge for at least 4 hours—overnight if possible. The cooling process allows the flavors to meld together, and the texture to become firm yet tender. When you’re ready to serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan and gently invert it onto a plate. The caramel, now melted, will cascade down the sides, coating the flan in a sweet, amber glaze. Slice into it, and enjoy the silky smooth custard with the tropical taste of banana in every bite.

Banana flan isn’t just a dessert—it’s an experience, blending tradition and innovation into a single dish that’s sure to impress.