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No-Bake María Cookie Flan
A Creamy, Classic Dessert with a Touch of Home
This No-Bake María Cookie Flan is the perfect dessert when you want something nostalgic, easy, and delicious. It’s smooth, creamy, gently sweet, and packed with the cozy flavor of milk and cookies — just like grandma would make!
Ingredients
1 liter whole milk
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 pack María cookies (about 7 oz / 200g)
Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon zest for extra aroma
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the caramel:
Melt 1/2 cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until golden. Quickly pour it into your flan mold or pan, tilting to cover the base evenly. Let it harden.
2️⃣ Blend the flan base:
In a blender, combine milk, eggs, remaining sugar, cookies, and vanilla (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy.
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3️⃣ Cook the flan:
Pour the blended mixture into the caramel-lined mold. Place it inside a large pot with hot water halfway up the mold (a water bath). Cover and steam over low heat for 45–50 minutes, or until the flan is set. (You can also use a steamer or pressure cooker for 15–20 minutes.)
4️⃣ Cool and chill:
Let the flan cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours — overnight is best.
5️⃣ Serve and enjoy:
Flip onto a serving plate, letting the caramel drizzle over the top. Optionally garnish with crushed María cookies or whipped cream.
Tips & Notes
• Keep the heat low while cooking to ensure a silky texture.
• For a richer taste, replace part of the milk with sweetened condensed milk.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Final Thoughts
This No-Bake Flan with María Cookies is a dreamy, custardy treat that captures the love of home cooking. With just a handful of ingredients and no oven needed, it’s the easiest way to impress at any meal!
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