Desserts

Lighter vanilla flan

A classic caramel flan made with skim milk and fewer yolks.

60 min Serves 2 Estimated 60 min · serves 6

World dessertsdessertMexicanLower sodiumVegetarian

Full recipe: 6 servings
Serving size: 1 of 6 equal portions of the full recipe
Servings per batch: 6

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Nutrition per serving

Estimated nutrition per serving — 1 of 6 equal portions of the full recipe

Calories	120
Total fat	2 g
Saturated fat	0.6 gKeep low
Sodium	85 mgLow
Total carbohydrate	19 g
Fiber	0 g
Total sugars	19 g
Added sugars	Not available
Protein	7 g

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Lower sodium: 300 mg sodium or less per stated serving. This is a site guideline, not the FDA "low sodium" label claim.

Heart-healthy tips

Bake until set (custard reaches 160°F / 71°C).
Adapted to be lighter than the original — enjoy a small portion.

Storage & Meal Prep Tips

Applies to: Cream or custard dessert, after preparation. Times assume safe preparation, prompt cooling when needed, a refrigerator at 40°F / 4°C or below, and a freezer at 0°F / -18°C or below.

Refrigerator: After preparation: refrigerate and use within 3–4 days.

Freezer: Does not freeze well. Cream and custard fillings separate and turn watery when frozen — a texture problem, not a safety one.

To reheat or serve: Serve chilled.

Meal prep tip: Make a day ahead at most; keep covered in the refrigerator.

Storage guidance sources

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