Light Lemon and Mascarpone Flan

Light Lemon and Mascarpone Flan is a easy French recipe that serves 6. 340 calories per serving. Recipe by Deli Cuisine on YouTube.

Prep: 15 min | Cook: 45 min | Total: 1 hr 15 min

Cost: $5.46 total, $0.91 per serving

Ingredients

  • 3 pcs Eggs (large)
  • 90 g Sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 2 pcs Lemons (zest and juice)
  • 150 ml Milk (or plant milk (almond, oat))
  • 20 ml Sunflower oil
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 250 g Mascarpone (Italian fresh cheese)
  • 60 g Cornstarch (sift)
  • 10 g Icing sugar (for dusting (optional))

Instructions

  1. Mix eggs and sugar

    Break the 3 eggs into the large bowl and add 90 g of sugar. Whisk vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.

    Time: PT2M

  2. Zest and squeeze the lemons

    Zest the two lemons, then cut them in half and squeeze the juice directly into the bowl.

    Time: PT5M

  3. Incorporate milk, oil and salt

    Pour 150 ml of milk, 20 ml of sunflower oil and a small pinch of salt. Mix lightly.

    Time: PT2M

  4. Add the mascarpone

    Add the 250 g of mascarpone in pieces. Whisk until a smooth batter is obtained, without lumps.

    Time: PT3M

  5. Incorporate the cornstarch

    Sift 60 g of cornstarch over the mixture and incorporate quickly with the whisk.

    Time: PT1M

  6. Prepare the pan

    Line the pan with parchment paper. Pour the preparation evenly.

    Time: PT2M

  7. Preheat the oven

    Preheat the oven to 180 °C.

    Time: PT10M

    Temperature: 180°C

  8. Bake

    Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The centre should remain slightly trembling, like a flan.

    Time: PT35M

    Temperature: 180°C

  9. Cool and refrigerate

    Let the dessert cool to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting.

    Time: PT20M

  10. Finishing and serving

    Lightly dust with icing sugar (optional) and serve in portions.

    Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
340
Protein
4 g
Carbohydrates
22 g
Fat
19 g
Fiber
0 g

Dietary info: gluten‑free, no butter, no gelatin, vegetarian, low-calorie

Allergens: eggs, milk

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Light Lemon and Mascarpone Flan

Recipe by Deli Cuisine

An ultra‑light lemon dessert, without flour, butter or gelatin. Mascarpone provides a melt‑in creaminess, while cornstarch gives the flan its set. Simple to prepare, it only requires a few common ingredients and baking at 180 °C.

EasyFrenchServes 6

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Source Video
47m
Prep
35m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 32m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$5.46
Total cost
$0.91
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Whisk the mascarpone until a completely smooth texture is achieved.
  • Sift the cornstarch to avoid lumps.
  • Baking: the centre should remain slightly trembling, otherwise the dessert will be too dry.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Be careful with the zester and knife to avoid cuts.
  • Eggs are cooked during baking, but ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 70 °C.

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