No-Bake Creamy Vanilla Flan

Looking for a light, creamy dessert that’s super easy to make and doesn’t require baking? This chilled flan is a perfect no-fuss treat. With a velvety texture and rich flavor, it’s ideal for warm days or when you want something sweet without turning on the oven. Topped with chocolate shavings, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 1 liter of milk
  • 6 tablespoons of sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (optional, for extra firmness)
  • 2 packets of vanilla pudding powder (or flan powder, about 100g total)
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 200 ml of heavy cream
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

  • In a pot, combine the milk, vanilla pudding powder, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Whisk well until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Place the pot over medium heat and stir continuously until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble slightly. This may take about 8–10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and add the heavy cream. Mix well until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the mixture into a silicone mold or a round cake mold. Let it cool at room temperature for a few minutes.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set (preferably overnight for best texture).
  • Once fully chilled and firm, carefully unmold the flan onto a serving plate.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Tip: You can also add crushed biscuits at the bottom before pouring the flan mixture for an extra layer of texture.

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