Puto Flan (Leche Puto)

Puto Flan is a combination of rice cake (puto) and egg custard (flan). The combination of the fluffy puto and sweet flan also called as Leche Puto is a must try Filipino delicacy. The flan or egg custard is steamed first followed by the rice cake.

Puto Flan or Leche Puto is very easy to make so try this delicious Puto Flan recipe today. A delicious snack for the family. Imagine, two of the most loved Filipino snack in one! Get this easy recipe and give it a try. Pin it and share with family and friends. Great for potlucks or any occasion. This Filipino sweet snack is a must in every party.

Servings: 12 pieces

Flan (Egg Custard)

Flan Ingredients:

3 egg yolks
7 ounces condensed milk
1 tsp lemon or calamansi juice
1 tbsp melted butter

Flan Instructions:

Brush puto molds lightly with melted butter.
In a small bowl, combine egg yolks, condensed milk and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined.
Pour flan into the molds, about 1/3 full.
Place molds in the steamer over low heat for about 7-8 minutes. (Make sure water in the steamer is already boiling before placing the molds)
Remove from the steamer and allow to cool.

Puto (Rice Cake)

Puto Ingredients:

1 cup rice or cake flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 cup white sugar
pinch of salt
2 egg whites
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup water

Puto Instructions:

Sift all dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, sugar and salt). Whisk to combine.
Add water, evaporated milk and egg whites. Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Pour puto mixture on top of the steamed flan, about 3/4 full.
Place the molds into the steamer and steam puto mixture on low heat for about 10 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Remove from the steamer and allow to cool down a bit before gently removing the puto flan from the molds.
Serve with hot tea or your favorite drink. Enjoy!