Cuban in the U.S. shows how to make a quick flan in the microwave

María Rodríguez, a Cuban grandmother, is thriving on TikTok with her microwave flan recipe. She uses dulce de leche instead of caramel, achieving a unique flavor. The 10-minute cooking time is perfect for those seeking convenience.

Microwave FlanPhoto © TikTok @mary_pradera (image recreated with AI for cover)

The Cuban grandmother María Rodríguez, known on TikTok as @mary_pradera, is taking social media by storm with her homemade microwave flan recipe, a delight that wins hearts with its flavor and simplicity.

In her video, María shares a practical recipe perfect for those without a conventional oven. You only need five eggs, a can of condensed milk, a can of evaporated milk, and a tablespoon of vanilla. All the ingredients are mixed well and poured into a microwave-safe mold.

What has most surprised her followers is her special touch: instead of using traditional caramel, María lines the bottom of the mold with dulce de leche, achieving a creamier and different flavor that has delighted thousands.

The cooking is done for 10 minutes at maximum power, with breaks every two minutes to prevent the mixture from boiling and overflowing. The result: a smooth, aromatic flan ready in record time.

This recipe, which mixes tradition and practicality, has already garnered thousands of views and comments from users grateful for an easy, affordable, and delicious option.

Are you ready to try María's recipe? Watch the video and impress your family with this quick flan.

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