Vietnamese · dessert
Banh Flan (Vietnamese Creme Caramel)
Banh Flan (Vietnamese Creme Caramel) reads sweetness 7.6, richness 5.2 and bitterness 3.8 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Vietnamese dessert, about 2 hr. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 2.0 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 7.9 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.0 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 4.1 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 5.7 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 3.5 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sweetness 7.6 · Richness 5.2 · Bitterness 3.8 · Floral 3.5 · Earthy 2.2 · Umami 1.9 · Nutty 1.8 · Fruity 0.9 · Salinity 0.9
What's in it (6)
- 5 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar for caramel
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
Time & effort: about 2 hr (20 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 270.2 kcal, 16.3 g protein, 5.2 g fat, 39.8 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy · Contains egg — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (4 steps)
- Make a caramel by melting sugar until amber and pour into ramekins to coat the base.
- Whisk eggs with condensed milk, whole milk, and vanilla into a smooth custard, then pour over the caramel.
- Steam or water-bath bake at low heat until just set and barely jiggly.
- Chill, unmold, and serve with a drizzle of strong coffee.
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- Tiramisu — Italian
- Profiteroles — French
- Pudim de Leite Condensado — Brazilian
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.