In our home, we adore simple yet indulgent desserts. My husband and kids can't get enough of this flan tart—a recipe I've perfected over years of family baking.
This isn't the classic Parisian flan, but it's a consistent crowd-pleaser that draws recipe requests every time. Best of all, it's straightforward to prepare and easy on the wallet.
The secret to its irresistible flavor lies in blending wholemeal flour with almond powder for a nutty, roasted depth, topped with a light caramelization for that perfect finish. Pure bliss!
Here's my trusted homemade flan tart recipe:
Preparation time: 25 mins
For the dough:
- 220 g wholemeal flour
- 30 g almond powder
- 3 tablespoons cane sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 125 g of butter
- 1 whole egg
For the flan:
- 1/2 l whole milk
- 2 whole eggs + 2 egg yolks
- 80 g cane sugar
- 90 g cornflour
- 1 teaspoon of natural vanilla extract
For the finish:
- 2 tablespoons cane sugar
- 1 knob of butter
1. In a bowl, combine the dry dough ingredients: flour, almond powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Add cold butter cut into pieces.
3. Rub with your fingertips to form a sandy texture.
4. Incorporate the whole egg.
5. Knead by hand into a smooth ball. Add a touch of flour if sticky.
6. Wrap in cling film and chill for 30 minutes.
7. Roll out the chilled dough thinly on a floured surface.
8. Line a lightly buttered 25 cm tart tin.
9. Preheat fan oven to 180°C.
10. Whisk eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and fluffy.
11. Stir in vanilla extract.
12. Gradually add cornstarch, whisking to prevent lumps.
13. Pour in cold milk, mixing well.
14. Transfer to a saucepan.
15. Heat gently, stirring constantly until thickened. Avoid scorching.
16. Pour hot filling into the pastry case.
17. Bake for at least 30 minutes, depending on your oven.
18. Near end of baking, dot with butter and sprinkle sugar.
19. Grill for 2 minutes to caramelize. Watch closely to prevent burning.
20. Cool on a wire rack.
Voilà! A stunning homemade flan tart ready in no time.
Simple, affordable, and evoking childhood nostalgia—this dessert delights at any gathering.
Look for golden, crisp pastry (especially the base), a gently wobbling flan that firms on cooling, and a shiny caramel top.
- Enjoy lukewarm for best flavor, or chill for an hour.
- Swap vanilla extract for vanilla sugar, or infuse milk with a split pod for 10 minutes.
- Add 1/2 tablespoon rum to the flan for an adult twist.
