Looking for a delicious Passover dessert that stands out? Nancy’s Orange-Almond Passover Flan is the perfect choice for your next holiday gathering. With a rich almond flavor and refreshing citrus notes from fresh orange juice and zest, this dessert will impress your guests and add a beautiful touch to your Passover table. Plus, it’s completely kosher for Passover!
Why You’ll Love This Orange-Almond Flan
- Kosher for Passover: This flan is made without chametz, making it an ideal dessert for your Passover celebration.
- Refreshing and Unique: The orange zest and juice add a refreshing twist to the classic flan, while the almonds lend a rich flavor and texture.
- Easy to Make: Despite its impressive taste, this flan is surprisingly simple to prepare. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, it’s a dessert that anyone can master.
- Elegant Presentation: The caramelized glaze and smooth texture make this dessert as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients for Orange-Almond Passover Flan
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup blanched almonds
- Grated zest of 1 orange
- 7 eggs
- 1 ¼ cups orange juice
- 3 tablespoons brandy or kosher-for-Passover liquor (optional)
How to Make Nancy’s Orange-Almond Passover Flan
Step 1: Prepare the Caramel
In a metal flan mold, add 4 tablespoons of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar melts and turns dark brown. Once the sugar is melted, carefully add 1 ½ tablespoons of boiling water and stir. Quickly coat the sides of the mold with the caramelized sugar. Let it cool and set aside.
Step 2: Blend the Almonds and Ingredients
In a blender or food processor, grind the almonds until they form a fine texture. Add the remaining sugar, orange zest, and eggs. Blend well until smooth. Add the orange juice and brandy or liquor (if using), and blend again to combine.
Step 3: Bake the Flan
Pour the egg and orange juice mixture into the prepared mold. Place the mold into a larger pan filled with water (about halfway up the sides of the mold). Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 1 ¼ hours, or until set. For the first hour, cover the mold with a lid or aluminum foil.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
Once baked, let the flan cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow it to set further. Before serving, run a knife around the edge of the mold, turn it upside down, and serve on a platter.
Tips for the Perfect Passover Flan
- Use fresh oranges: For the best flavor, be sure to use fresh orange juice and zest.
- Optional brandy: Adding a splash of brandy or a kosher-for-Passover liquor can elevate the flavor, but it’s completely optional.
- Caramelizing the sugar: Be sure to watch the sugar closely as it melts to avoid burning.
Why This Dessert is Perfect for Passover
Passover desserts can sometimes feel limiting, but this Orange-Almond Passover Flan breaks the mold. It’s light yet rich, citrusy yet comforting — exactly what you need after a hearty Seder meal. The combination of flavors, textures, and simplicity will make it a standout dish at your Passover table. Plus, it’s naturally kosher for Passover, so you can serve it with confidence!
Final Thoughts on Nancy’s Orange-Almond Flan
Nancy’s Orange-Almond Passover Flan brings an elegant, refreshing twist to your Passover dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a large family gathering or just enjoying a quiet meal with loved ones, this dessert will make a lasting impression. Simple to prepare, yet filled with bold and fresh flavors, it’s sure to become a new tradition for your holiday celebrations.
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Nancy’s Orange-Almond Passover Flan
DESCRIPTION
INGREDIENTS
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup blanched almonds
- Grated zest of 1 orange
- 7 eggs
- 1 ¼ cups orange juice
- 3 tablespoons brandy or kosher for passover liquor (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions:
- IN A METAL FLAN MOLD put 4 tablespoons of sugar and heat until it melts and turns dark brown, stirring the whole time. Then add 1 ½ tablespoons of boiling water, let it bubble and stir. QUICKLY COAT ALL SIDES OF MOLD. LET IT COOL.
- GRIND THE ALMONDS, ADD REST OF SUGAR, ORANGE ZEST AND EGGS. BLEND WELL. THEN ADD ORANGE JUICE AND LIQUOR. BLEND AGAIN.
- POUR EGG/JUICE MIXTURE INTO MOLD AND PLACE IN A PAN OF WATER. BAKE AT 350 DEGREES FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 ¼ HOURS UNTIL SET, COVERING THE MOLD WITH A LID OR FOIL FOR THE FIRST HOUR.
- CHILL. CUT AROUND EDGE OF MOLD, TURN UPSIDE DOWN AND SERVE!
