Join me for an exciting journey into the world of flans ! In this comprehensive online masterclass, you will learn how to create six exquisite flan variations, each showcasing unique flavors and techniques. We’ll focus on mastering the inverted puff pastry dough, a key element in achieving a perfectly baked flan shell. By learning to bake the flan shell 100%, you’ll create irresistibly crispy pastries with an extended shelf life. What You will Learn: Classic Techniques: Understand the fundamentals of making and baking inverted puff pastry. Flan Creations: Craft six distinct flan varieties, including Madagascar Vanilla, 70% Dark Chocolate, Hazelnut Praliné, Black Sesame & Yuzu, Coconut, and Matcha & Mandarin. Flavor Balancing: Explore how to harmonize flavors and textures for each flan. Whether you're a seasoned pastry chef or an enthusiastic beginner, this masterclass promises to inspire and elevate your baking skills. Ready to dive in? Join me, and let’s create delicious flans together!
Master the art of the most iconic and beloved flan: the Parisian Flan. Though simple in appearance, this classic dessert demands precision. Infused with the finest Madagascar vanilla beans, this velvety flan is encased in a perfectly crisp, inverted puff pastry. Fully baked to golden perfection, the pastry adds an irresistible crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy, custard-like filling. Ready to tackle the delicate technique behind this timeless creation?
Flan Indulge in the richness of this 70% Dark Chocolate Flan, crafted for true chocolate lovers. Encased in a cocoa-infused inverted puff pastry, the deep chocolate flavor shines through, thanks to the intensity of premium 70% dark chocolate. The delicate layers of the pastry provide a crisp contrast to the luscious, smooth filling, creating a bold and unforgettable dessert experience.
Experience the irresistible flavor of homemade 70% hazelnut praliné in this luxurious flan. Wrapped in a crisp, buttery inverted puff pastry, the rich, nutty praliné filling takes center stage. Each bite offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and deep hazelnut intensity, making this flan a dream for nut lovers.
Discover the perfect harmony of flavors in this Black Sesame & Yuzu Flan. The smooth cream combines the zesty brightness of Japanese yuzu juice with the deep, nutty richness of black sesame paste, delivering a unique balance of acidity and earthiness. Enveloped in a delicate cocoa-infused inverted puff pastry, this flan offers layers of complex taste and texture, perfect for those who love bold, contrasting flavors.
Immerse yourself in tropical bliss with this Coconut Flan. Made with velvety coconut purée, this creamy flan brings out the natural sweetness and richness of coconut in every bite. The crispy inverted puff pastry adds a buttery contrast to the smooth, tropical filling, creating a dessert that's both indulgent and refreshing.
Experience the vibrant flavors of Japan with this Matcha & Mandarin Flan. The flan is infused with the earthy notes of premium Japanese matcha powder, offering a delicate bitterness that’s perfectly complemented by the bright and zesty mandarin compote on top. This unique pairing creates a harmonious balance between bold green tea and refreshing citrus, all brought together in a smooth and creamy flan.
Vanilla bean flan recipes
70% dark chocolate flan recipes
Coconut flan recipes
Black sesame & Yuzu flan recipes
Matcha & mandarin flan recipes
Praliné flan recipes
Understanding puff pastry dough first is important !
Ingredients talk
Plain inverted puff pastry dough
Lamination part 1
Lamination part 2
Final lamination
How to line the dough into the ring to form the flan
Cocoa puff pastry dough
Lamination part 1
Lamination part 2
Final lamination
How to line the cocoa dough into the ring to form the flan
Vanilla bean flan
Vanilla bean flan decoration
