Vegan Classic Fruit Flan

Delight in the timeless charm of a **Vegan Classic Fruit Flan**, an elegant plant-based dessert that showcases the natural beauty and sweetness of fresh, seasonal fruits. This recipe features a buttery, flaky crust made entirely vegan, paired with a luscious silken tofu-based custard filling that's both creamy and light. Topped with vibrant fruit and finished with a glossy apricot glaze, this flan is as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for special occasions or as a refreshing treat, it’s easy to customize with your favorite fruits and requires only simple ingredients. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this dairy-free and egg-free dessert is the ultimate way to enjoy a classic flan in a healthier, more sustainable way.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 g All-purpose flour
• 100 g Vegan butter
• 50 g Sugar
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 3 tbsp Cold water
• 300 g Silken tofu
• 3 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
• 300 g Fresh seasonal fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, kiwis)
• 3 tbsp Apricot jam
• 1 tbsp Water (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt for the crust. Add in the vegan butter and mix using your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough starts to come together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit in a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of the pan. Prick the base with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Step 5

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden. Remove and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 6

For the custard filling, blend the silken tofu, cornstarch, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast in a blender until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Pour the tofu mixture into a saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before pouring the filling into the cooled tart shell.

Step 8

Arrange the fresh fruits in a decorative pattern on top of the custard filling.

Step 9

For the glaze, heat the apricot jam with the water in a small pan until liquefied. Strain if necessary.

Step 10

Using a pastry brush, apply a thin layer of the glaze over the fruits to give a shiny finish.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2258.8

Total Fat 89.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1275.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 117.7g
Protein 46.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1131.5mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1203.6mg	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: 36.1%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 55.7%