No-Bake Banana Flan Recipe (Without Sugar or Flour)

Ingredients:3 ripe bananas2 cups of milk (dairy or a non-dairy alternative)3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)Natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on your taste)For the Caramel:1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for a natural caramel flavor)Instructions:1.Prepare the Caramel (Optional):If you want a caramelized layer similar to the image, you can create a natural caramel by heating honey or maple syrup in a saucepan over medium heat until it darkens slightly. Pour this into the base of your mold or pan, spreading it evenly. Set it aside to cool.2.Blend the Ingredients:In a blender, combine the bananas, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract (if using). Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.3.Cook the Mixture:Pour the banana mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, which should take about 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to let the mixture boil, as this can cause the eggs to scramble.4.Pour into the Mold:Once the mixture has thickened, pour it over the cooled caramel in your mold or directly into the mold if you’re not using caramel.5.Chill and Set:Place the mold in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert is fully set. The mixture should firm up into a flan-like consistency.Serve:To serve, run a knife around the edges of the mold to loosen the flan. Carefully invert the mold onto a plate so that the caramelized side is on top. Slice and enjoy!Tips:Natural Sweeteners: Depending on the ripeness of your bananas, you might find the flan naturally sweet enough without adding any additional sweeteners. If you prefer it sweeter, you can add a small amount of honey or maple syrup to the mixture before cooking.Flavor Variations: You can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the mixture for added flavor.This easy, no-bake flan is a healthy dessert option that’s free from refined sugar and flour, yet still offers a creamy and satisfying treat.Enjoy!