Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes

Dessert
Very Easy
13 min
300 Kcal

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 you need to satisfy a sweet craving in a hurry or unexpected guests show up :-)

Ingredients

6

Caramel:

Flan:

Materials

  • Microwave-safe dish (14 × 22 cm here)

Preparation

Preparation5 min
Cook time8 min
  • Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes - Preparation step 1Make the caramel: in a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and a little water and cook until the caramel forms. Immediately pour it into the bottom of a microwave-safe dish.
  • Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes - Preparation step 2In a bowl, mix the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and grated coconut.
  • Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes - Preparation step 3Pour the mixture into the dish over the caramel.
  • Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes - Preparation step 4Microwave the dish on high for 8 minutes. Check for doneness with a wooden skewer. If it comes out clean, the flan is ready; otherwise, cook it for longer.
  • Microwave coconut flan in 8 minutes - Preparation step 5Remove the flan from the microwave and let it cool completely before unmolding. It’s ready!

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FAQ ❓

How can you get perfectly cooked coconut flan in the microwave?

To make sure your coconut flan is perfectly cooked, check it with a wooden skewer. If the skewer comes out clean, the flan is ready. If not, cook it for another 30 seconds at a time.
Yes, you can make coconut flan ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. It will taste even better after chilling for a few hours.
Coconut not only adds delicious flavor, but is also rich in fiber and healthy fats, making this a more nutritious dessert.
Yes, you can replace the sweetened condensed milk with coconut milk and a little sugar, but this may slightly change the texture and flavor of the flan.
You can customize the coconut flan by adding citrus zest, vanilla, or even pieces of fruit for a unique and delicious twist.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 300Kcal
  • Carbo: 32.9g
  • Total fat: 15.1g
  • Saturated fat: 10.5g
  • Proteins: 7.6g
  • Fibers: 1g
  • Sugar: 31.3g
  • ProPoints: 8
  • SmartPoints: 15
Nutritional information for 1 serving (123g)

Cookware

microwave

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
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