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Flan is a sweet, baked dessert made from eggs and sugar.

It can be found in many different variations all over the world.

Spanish cuisine has been popularized and was introduced to several other countries due to colonization efforts.

Flan may be consumed as a snack or as part of a larger meal.

This blog post will discuss how long does flan lasts and how to store it if you choose to make your own.

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• How Long Does Flan Last? Does Flan Go Bad?
• How to Tell if Flan is Bad?
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How to Store Flan?

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Flan typically contains eggs and milk, which are mixed with sugar before being cooked in individual ramekins.

Once sufficiently cooled from cooking, flan should then be chilled overnight to allow the custard to set correctly so that when you slice into your delicious cake, all of its yummy goodness won't run out.

Flans taste best when they have been refrigerated after cooling but do not need any special care once stored away; keep them sealed tightly until needed again.

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How Long Does Flan Last? Does Flan Go Bad?

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Flan can be baked in a dish called a "flan mold" until set.

Once the flan sets, it will have an outer layer that is firm to the touch, and inside the coating is a semi-solid to liquid custard.

There are many regional variations of flan, and it can be made with various types of milk, sugar, vanilla beans, or other flavorings.

In general, flan is best eaten when it is freshly baked.

Flan will last for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.

When refrigerated, flan should be stored with a piece of plastic wrap or wax paper that covers all but the top inch to an inch and a half of its surface.

This layer helps keep moisture from forming on top of the custard and keeps any other food from getting on it.

Flan lasts a good 1 to 2 months in the freezer and remains just as delicious without flavors or texture affected.

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How to Tell if Flan is Bad?

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Flan is a light, sweet custard dessert that can be served as an individual dish or in large trays.

It is a staple dish in many Latin-American countries, including Mexico and Cuba.

Flan can be made with different flavors (chocolate, caramel) or added ingredients for flavor (vanilla extract, cinnamon).

The best way to tell if your flan dessert has gone bad is by its smell: when the custard goes sour, it emits a sharp, unpleasant odor.

The custard foam on top of the flan may also separate from the rest of the dish, and the liquid part of the flan may also appear as a thick, gelatinous mass.

Another sign that your flan went bad can be visualized regarding how firm or soft it feels.

If the custard is a watery liquid, then this could be another sign that you have spoiled or expired flan in front of you.

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How Long Does Flan Last? Does Flan Go Bad?

5 from 1 vote Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 15 minutes minsCook Time 15 minutes minsTotal Time 30 minutes mins Course Shelf Life Servings 1 Serving

Ingredients 1x2x3x

• Flan
• Air-tight containers
• Labels and markers

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Instructions

• Read the guide thoroughly to learn how long it lasts.
• Label your container with the content and date and keep track of how much you're using!
• Make sure to store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place (pantry or fridge).

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Kimberly Baxter is a nutrition and dietetics expert, holding a Master's Degree in the field. With over four years of study in the US, she graduated in 2012. Kimberly's passion lies in creating and capturing wholesome foods through baking and food photography. Her work aims to inspire others to embrace healthier eating habits.

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