PUMPKIN FLAN WITH GINGERSNAP CRUST

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Provided by Douglas Rodriguez

Categories     Food Processor     Dairy     Vegetable     Dessert     Bake     Pumpkin     Spring

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Flan
8 ounces calabaza or pumpkin, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) condensed milk
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
8 eggs
3 tablespoons sugar
Caramel
1 cup sugar
Crust
1 pound gingersnap cookies
1/2 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • To prepare the flan, bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the calabaza and cook until tender, about 30 minutes. Drain the calabaza and let cool. Transfer to a food processor, add the condensed and evaporated milk, eggs, and the 3 tablespoons of sugar and purée until smooth. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • To make the caramel, place the cup of sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the sugar is a light amber color, about 20 minutes. Pour the caramel into a 9 by 4-inch loaf pan or into 6 individual 8-ounce ramekins or molds. Pour the reserved flan mixture on top of the caramel and place in a water bath. Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F, and bake until set (a knife inserted will come out clean), about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  • To prepare the crust, place the cookies and butter in a food processor and process until well blended. Pack the crust mixture on top of the cooled flan, and transfer to the refrigerator to chill overnight.
  • To serve, run a knife around the inside edges of the loaf pan or molds and invert onto a serving platter or individual plates.

Nataly Alejo
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I love pumpkin flan and this recipe did not disappoint! The gingersnap crust was a nice twist on the classic recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Jason Speedy
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This flan was easy to make and turned out perfectly! The crust was the perfect thickness and the filling was smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


zzani Tariq
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin desserts, but this flan was surprisingly good! The gingersnap crust added a nice spicy kick that balanced out the sweetness of the pumpkin. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Raja Hamid
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This flan was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the filling by 1/4 cup next time.


Tuhin Tuhin
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I made this flan for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the gingersnap crust and the pumpkin filling. I will definitely be making this again.


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This flan was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was well worth it! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Symmam xettry
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I love pumpkin flan and this recipe did not disappoint! The gingersnap crust was a nice twist on the classic recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Tyler Wilkerson Guyo
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This flan was easy to make and turned out perfectly! The crust was the perfect thickness and the filling was smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Alfonso Madrigal
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin desserts, but this flan was surprisingly good! The gingersnap crust added a nice spicy kick that balanced out the sweetness of the pumpkin. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Black Sujon
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This flan was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still very good. The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the filling by 1/4 cup next time.


Dejunaye Overby
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I made this flan for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the gingersnap crust and the pumpkin filling. I will definitely be making this again.


Omotayo Ebun Tina
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This flan was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was well worth it! The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Oshane Howell
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I love pumpkin flan and this recipe did not disappoint! The gingersnap crust was a nice twist on the classic recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


TJ Buys
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This flan was easy to make and turned out perfectly! The crust was the perfect thickness and the filling was smooth and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Dolores Williams
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin desserts, but this flan was amazing! The gingersnap crust added a nice spicy kick that balanced out the sweetness of the pumpkin. I will definitely be making this again.


razaMuhammad SHORO
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I made this flan for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even my picky uncle. The crust was perfectly crispy and the filling was rich and flavorful.


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This pumpkin flan was a hit with my family! The gingersnap crust was the perfect complement to the smooth and creamy pumpkin filling. I will definitely be making this again.