3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs, whole
5 egg yolks
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
3 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
5 large eggs, whole
5 egg yolks
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water
Cook over medium heat until the mixture turns golden brown
Pour the caramel into a 9x13-inch baking dish or individual ramekins
In a separate pot, warm the milk and heavy cream
In a bowl, whisk together the whole eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar until frothy
Gradually add the warmed milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly
Add the fresh lime juice and grated lime zest
Whisk well
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish or individual ramekins
Place the baking dish or ramekins in a larger baking dish filled with hot water to about 1/3 of the way up the sides
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
Remove from the oven and let cool
Refrigerate before serving
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to release it, then invert onto a plate
Serve chilled.