Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Gather an 8-inch round cake tin, a roasting tray, and all the ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan, heat 200g of granulated sugar over medium-low heat until it melts into a deep amber color (8–10 minutes). Pour the caramel into the cake tin and let it cool.
- Whisk together 6 egg yolks, 320g of condensed milk, 350ml of evaporated milk, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt in a large mixing bowl. Strain the mixture and pour over the cooled caramel.
- In a separate bowl, whip 3 egg whites with 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar. Gradually add 60g of sugar until stiff peaks form (4–5 minutes).
- Mix together 3 egg yolks with 60g of sugar, 40ml of vegetable oil, 50ml of cold water, and 1 tablespoon of ube extract. Sift in 100g of plain flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the cake batter. Pour the batter over the flan mixture in the cake tin.
- Place the cake tin in a roasting tray filled with boiling water, halfway up the sides. Transfer to the oven.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the tin for about 15 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Nutrition
Notes
Avoid stirring the sugar too vigorously while melting to prevent bitterness. Always strain the flan mixture for a silky texture, and gently fold the whipped whites into the batter for lightness.
