Abuelita Flan by Official ABUELITA™, creamy flan with NESTLÉ Media Crema and ABUELITA chocolate, topped with caramel sauce.

Abuelita Flan

Official ABUELITA™
Abuelita Flan
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
10 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
1 hr 18 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
8 servings

This chocolate flan makes a perfect dessert that can be made the day before you serve it.

Abuelita Flan is a timeless treat, perfect for any occasion from birthday celebrations to festive holidays. Crafted with the authentic flavors from Official ABUELITA™ and NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk, this flan promises a rich and creamy texture that's irresistible. Made richer with NESTLÉ Media Crema, this dessert combines the velvety smoothness perfectly balanced with the deep, chocolatey essence derived from NESTLÉ ABUELITA Authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate Drink tablets.

Perfect for those seeking an easy and delightful dessert, this flan can be recreated by anyone, regardless of their culinary skill level. Enjoy a taste of Mexico with every bite, with hints of creamy goodness from the inclusion of NESTLÉ Media Crema and the unmistakable chocolate flavor that only NESTLÉ ABUELITA can impart.

Ideal for any celebration, be it Cinco de Mayo or Hispanic Heritage Day, this nut-free dessert brings loved ones together with its traditional taste and easy preparation process. Dive into the indulgent experience of Abuelita Flan and make your next gathering truly special.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

A can of Media Crema table cream with a blue label featuring strawberries, a bowl of macaroni, and cream.

Media Crema

(7.6 oz. Can)
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A yellow hexagonal box with the Abuelita logo, red designs and the words "HECHO EN MÉXICO."

Mexican Hot Chocolate - 6 Tablets

(6 Tabs)
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Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325° F.

Step 2

Heat sugar in small, heavy-duty saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for 6 to 8 minutes or until dissolved and caramel-colored. Quickly pour onto bottom of 2-inch-deep, 9-inch-round cake pan; swirl around bottom and side to coat.

Step 3

Place media crema, cottage cheese, eggs and Abuelita in blender; cover. Blend until smooth. Pour into large bowl; stir in evaporated milk. Pour into prepared pan; cover with foil. Place pan in large roasting pan; fill roasting pan with water to about 1-inch depth.

Step 4

Bake for 1 hour, 15 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Remove flan from water. Cool on wire rack. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.

Step 5

To serve, run small spatula around edge of pan. Invert serving plate over pan. Turn over; shake gently to release.

Ingredients

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