Fresh Fruit Flan

This Fresh Fruit Flan is a light and airy sponge cake filled with smooth vanilla custard and topped with a colorful array of fresh seasonal fruit. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s as refreshing as it is beautiful — perfect for summer entertaining.

Prep time: 25 minutes

Bake time: 15 minutes

Chill time: 1–2 hours

Total time: About 2.5 hours

Servings: Serves 8

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Ingredients:

For the Sponge Flan Base:

3 large eggs

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Pinch of salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Filling:

1 1/2 cups whole milk

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

2 large egg yolks

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping:

2 cups fresh fruit (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, raspberries, etc.)

Optional: 1/4 cup apricot jam or neutral jelly (for glaze)

Instructions:

Make the Sponge Base

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a flan or tart pan with a raised center (about 9 inches).
2. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar together until pale and thick (about 5 minutes).
3. Gently fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla until just combined.
4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12–15 minutes, until lightly golden and springy to the touch.
5. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Custard Filling

1. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Gradually add milk while whisking.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 5–7 minutes).
3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and let cool. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

Assemble the Flan

1. Once both the flan base and custard are completely cool, spread the custard evenly into the center of the flan base.
2. Arrange sliced fruit on top in a decorative pattern.
3. Optional Glaze: Warm apricot jam with a tablespoon of water, then strain. Brush over the fruit to give a glossy finish.

Chill and Serve

1. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to set the custard and chill the fruit.

Tips:

• Choose firm, colorful fruit for best visual appeal and texture.
• For a shortcut, use instant vanilla pudding mix as a filling alternative.
• Best enjoyed the same day it’s assembled for optimal freshness.

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