Creamy Berry Flan Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy Berry Flan, a luscious dessert that perfectly combines the sweetness of berries with the creamy goodness of flan. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, is a treat for your taste buds and a feast for the eyes. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes and a total time of 1 hour, this dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a casual get-together. Bursting with fruity goodness and topped with a rich chocolate drizzle, this flan is sure to become a favorite among your family and friends.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Mexican, Less than 60 Minutes, Refrigerator
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 357.4
- Fat Content: 28.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 91.7mg
- Sodium Content: 81.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 10.2g
- Protein Content: 3.1g
Servings: 12 pieces
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Plain flour | 3/4 cup |
| Self-raising flour | 1/2 cup |
| Icing sugar | 2 cups |
| Butter | 2 sticks |
| Orange rind | 1 teaspoon |
| Kirsch | 125ml |
| Strawberries | 1 punnet (about 250g) |
| Baking chocolate | 30g |
| Apricot jam | 1/3 cup |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pastry:
- In a bowl, combine sifted plain flour, self-raising flour, and icing sugar with orange rind.
- Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Add enough water to bind the ingredients together, then knead the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth.
- Wrap the dough in plastic food wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Roll Out the Pastry:
- Roll the pastry between two sheets of plastic food wrap until it’s large enough to line a rectangular tin with a removable base (base measures 20cm x 28cm).
- Trim the edges of the pastry and line the tin with greaseproof paper.
- Fill the pastry with beans or rice to weigh it down during baking.
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Bake the Pastry:
- Bake the pastry in a moderate oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the paper and beans, then bake for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the pastry to cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then remove it from the tin and let it cool completely.
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Prepare the Flan:
- Brush the base of the pastry with warmed, sieved apricot jam.
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Make the Cream Topping:
- In a bowl, beat the cream with sifted icing sugar and Kirsch until soft peaks form.
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Assemble the Flan:
- Spread the whipped cream evenly into the pastry case.
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Add the Berries:
- Arrange the halved strawberries on top of the cream in a neat line.
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Decorate with Chocolate:
- Melt the baking chocolate over hot water, then place it into a piping bag.
- Pipe the chocolate over the strawberries in horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines to create a decorative pattern.
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Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the flan for at least 15 minutes or until the chocolate is set.
- Once set, slice the flan into 12 pieces and serve chilled.
Indulge in the creamy richness of this delightful dessert, where each bite is a harmonious blend of sweet berries, smooth cream, and decadent chocolate. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this Creamy Berry Flan is sure to impress! Enjoy the burst of flavors and the joy it brings to your table.
