10 recipes for homemade flan like grandma's: from the classic egg and caramel to the Parisian one

Tuesday 7 October 2025 15:30 - Mirella Mendonça
10 recipes for homemade flan like grandma's: from the classic egg and caramel to the Parisian one

Few things have as much evocative power as the aroma of a freshly made flan coming out of grandma's kitchen. This simple, unpretentious dessert has survived entire generations and still manages to leave everyone speechless with the first spoonful. With its glossy caramel and quivering texture, flan was never just a sweet treat: it's the perfect excuse to fight over who gets the last spoonful.

With that in mind, we've gathered 10 versions that bring back the same old flavor, oblivious to fads and viral recipes, but that also allow for a twist to surprise. From the classic egg and caramel to milk, coconut, Parisian or chocolate, each recipe is an express ticket to childhood, without filters or embellishments.


These are our proposals:

Ultra-creamy french pastry flan: an easy, foolproof recipeRecipe Ultra-creamy french pastry flan: an easy, foolproof recipe

Looking for a sublime, foolproof recipe for homemade French flan pâtissier ? Look no further: this recipe makes it easy to prepare a traditional dessert that’s sure to be a hit. This easy-to-make creamy flan will delight young and old alike and take...


Super-easy crustless marbled flan for a guaranteed wow effectRecipe Super-easy crustless marbled flan for a guaranteed wow effect

Want a dessert that's as pretty as it is delicious without spending hours on it? We've got just what you need with this crustless marbled flan ! Ultra-easy to prepare, it's a real eye-catcher with its pretty chocolate marbling that's sure to...


Skyr flan, light and super easy to make!Recipe Skyr flan, light and super easy to make!

Looking for a light dessert without the fuss? This flan made with skyr is just what you need! With just a few ingredients and a stint in the oven, you get a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture reminiscent of childhood desserts, but in a lighter...


Lactose-free french custard tartRecipe Lactose-free french custard tart

An authentic custard tart recipe made without lactose, offering a creamy dessert alternative for those who wish to avoid dairy products. With its melt-in-the-mouth texture and vanilla flavor, this tart is every bit as delicious as the original.


Chocolate flan that will take you back to childhoodRecipe Chocolate flan that will take you back to childhood

Ahhh, flan: this delicious and comforting dessert reminds us of our childhood and Sunday meals at our grandparents' house :-) At Ptitchef, we were all hooked on the classic, ultra-creamy vanilla flan , but that was before we tried this chocolate...


Microwave flan: a quick last-minute dessertRecipe Microwave flan: a quick last-minute dessert

Did you forget to plan a dessert but your taste buds are tingling at the end of your meal? No worries, just grab some eggs, sweetened condensed milk, and regular milk, mix them together, and cook in the microwave! This recipe allows you to whip up an...


Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutesRecipe Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes

In the category of the world’s quickest desserts, this coconut flan takes the prize! It takes 2 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook in the microwave, so you’ve got it right: this dessert is ready in just 10 minutes! Keep this recipe handy for when...


Condensed milk flanRecipe Condensed milk flan

An ultra-smooth flan topped with runny caramel :-)


Chocolate flan (gluten-free)Recipe Chocolate flan (gluten-free)

For an extra-light cake, give this chocolate flan a try! Be warned: it's so light you'll want to eat it even when you're not hungry! This very easy recipe has a lovely chocolate flavor and is guaranteed to be gluten-free. There's no flour in this...


Vanilla flan cakeRecipe Vanilla flan cake

We guarantee you won't be disappointed with this wonderful vanilla flan cake for dessert! This fabulous dessert has two layers: a flan and a cake. The surprise? As soon as you unmold it, the caramel flows all around the cake underneath, which then...


Mirella MendonçaMirella Mendonça
I am the editorial manager at Petitchef (Portugal and Brazil) and a huge enthusiast of travel and world cuisine, always in search of new flavors and experiences. However, as much as I love exploring the delights of different cultures, my mom's cooking will always be my favorite — with that unique flavor that only she can create.

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