Classic Fruit Flan

Delight your taste buds with this Classic Fruit Flan, a show-stopping dessert that's as visually impressive as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery homemade pastry base, a creamy vanilla custard filling, and a vibrant medley of fresh fruits like strawberries, kiwis, and blueberries, this recipe is a celebration of flavor and texture. A glossy apricot glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, making it irresistibly elegant for any occasion. Whether you're entertaining guests or indulging in a sweet treat for yourself, this fruit flan strikes the perfect balance of rich creaminess and fruity freshness. With step-by-step instructions and simple ingredients, you’ll master the art of a traditional fruit tart in no time.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Butter
• 50 grams Caster sugar
• 1 large Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 500 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 75 grams Granulated sugar
• 30 grams Cornstarch
• 3 large Eggs
• 150 grams Strawberries
• 2 Kiwi fruits
• 100 grams Blueberries
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice
• 50 grams Apricot jam

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

To make the pastry, mix the all-purpose flour and caster sugar in a bowl.

Step 3

Add the cold butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and cold water, and mix with a knife until the dough starts to come together.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.

Step 6

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Roll the chilled pastry on a floured surface and use it to line a 9-inch flan tin.

Step 8

Prick the base with a fork, line with parchment paper, fill with baking beans, and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the paper and beans, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until golden. Cool completely.

Step 10

To make the custard, heat the milk and vanilla extract in a saucepan until just boiling, then remove from heat.

Step 11

In a bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and eggs until smooth.

Step 12

Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.

Step 13

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Step 14

Pour the custard into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap to prevent a skin, and let it cool.

Step 15

Once the pastry and custard are both cool, carefully pour the custard into the pastry case.

Step 16

Arrange the sliced strawberries, peeled and sliced kiwi, and blueberries on top of the custard.

Step 17

For the glaze, heat the apricot jam and orange juice in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.

Step 18

Brush the warm glaze gently over the fruit to give it a glossy finish.

Step 19

Chill the fruit flan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1653.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2994.7

Total Fat 121.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 1039.4mg	0%
Sodium 969.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 410.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 216.4g
Protein 63.5g	0%

Vitamin D 384.1IU	0%
Calcium 858.0mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1865.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 54.9%