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Magic Red Velvet Flan Cake

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By: Shinee Published: 1/28/2016Updated: 6/08/2021

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MImpress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it's also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it’s also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it's also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

Woo-hoo! I’ve been waiting to share this beautiful cake with you for quite some time. Since November, I think?? You know, when I was going crazy in my kitchen baking away to prepare bunch of new recipes in advance before my little guy’s arrival. In the process I almost gave my in-laws diabetes! I mean we’re talking so much sweets and chocolates and cakes. Each recipe is made at least twice, so you do the math!

But I didn’t get a single complaint when I sent this gorgeous cake out to the ranch. Only the praises! They’ve been talking about it weeks later.

How could you not though! We have a layer of moist red velvet cake, then smooth and rich flan, topped with sweet and delicious caramel sauce. Tell me how could you not love this giant gorgeous layers of deliciousness??

And what’s the magic about it, you ask?

You see, when you make this cake, you first pour the caramel sauce, then you add your red velvet cake batter, and only then you top with your custard. And while it’s baking in the oven, magic happens: the cake layer and flan layer switch places. What? Yes, yes, it truly does!! You just have to try it yourself to believe it!

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it's also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

Now, this is, of course, not something I came up with. I wish I was awesome like that, but I’m not!

I saw this magic chocolate flan cake on Cook’s Illustrated magazine. I was so intrigued by the magic part, that I had to try the recipe right away. And I’m so glad I did!

Then I decided to swap chocolate cake with red velvet cake to inspire you for Valentine’s Day dessert. You’ll totally impress your valentine with it!

Don’t be intimidated with the magic part, or ingredient list, or lengthy directions. As long as you follow the directions, you’ll get the gorgeous cake just like I did.

Magic Red Velvet Flan Cake - step by step photo tutorial

To be honest though, when I first made this cake, I was super anxious whether it turned out or not. Right out of the oven, it didn’t look like the layers had switched. I still saw a layer of custard (see the center pic on the bottom row ?), but have faith. It works every time, like magic!

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it's also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

And guess what? You need to make this cake in advance, preferably the night before you’re planning to serve. This cake needs some time to set. Perfect for special occasions, don’t ya think?

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it's also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.

So are you going to treat your sweetheart with this magic cake? I’m definitely making this again for Valentine’s Day! Can’t wait. ?

Magic Red Velvet Flan Cake

Impress your sweetheart with this fabulous magic red velvet flan cake. This cake is not only stunning to look at, it’s also absolutely divine to devour! Plus, something magical happens during baking.
5 from 2 votes
serves: 10 -12 servings
Prep: 30 minutes
Cook: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total : 12 hours
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup 6oz /170gr caramel sauce (I used Kraft Caramels)

For red velvet cake:

  • 1 ½ cups 190gr all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 100gr sugar
  • 1 tablespoons natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • ½ cup 120ml vegetable oil
  • ½ cup 120ml buttermilk, at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon red gel food coloring or 1 tablespoon red liquid food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon white distilled vinegar

For flan:

  • 2 14oz/ gr cans sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 ½ cups whole milk
  • 6 oz gr cream cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Note: I test all my recipes with both measurements for the most precise and accurate result!

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat 14-cup nonstick Bundt pan with a cooking spray.
  • Warm the caramel until it’s pourable and pour into the pan.
  • To make the cake, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg, vegetable oil, buttermilk, red food coloring and vanilla extract until well combined. Add flour mixture and mix until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • In a small dish, mix together baking soda and vinegar. While the soda/vinegar mixture is bubbling, add it to the batter and mix well. Pour the cake batter over the caramel in the Bundt pan.
  • To make the flan, place all the ingredients for flan in a blender and blend until nice and smooth. Carefully and slowly pour flan over the cake batter and place in a deep baking pan. Pour warm water into the baking pan until it reaches half way of the Bundt pan. Bake the cake for 75-90 minutes, or until inserted toothpick into the cake comes out clean and the flan reaches 180°F. Transfer the Bundt pan onto wire rack, cool to room temperature about 2 hours, then refrigerate until set, at least 8 hours.
  • Place the bottom third of Bundt pan in a bowl of hot tap water for a minute or so to soften the caramel sauce. Place a cake platter on top of Bundt pan and gently turn platter and pan upside down. Slowly remove pan, allowing caramel do drizzle over top of cake. Serve the cake immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Store the cake in the fridge, covered, for up to 3 days.

Tips & Notes:

For step-by-step photos and additional notes, read the post above.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 310kcal (16%) Carbohydrates: 37g (12%) Protein: 11g (22%) Fat: 13g (20%) Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 4g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 219mg (73%) Sodium: 294mg (13%) Potassium: 210mg (6%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 15g (17%) Vitamin A: 628IU (13%) Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) Calcium: 136mg (14%) Iron: 2mg (11%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Author: Shinee
Course:Dessert
Cuisine:American
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  1. Candi says

    Posted on 5 May 2022 at 5:11 am

    5 stars
    This cake was a hit!! My family loved it.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 9 May 2022 at 3:09 pm

      Woo-hoo, so happy you tried it. It’s one of my favorites! Thank you for your feedback, Candi!

      Reply
  2. Chris says

    Posted on 14 October 2021 at 8:01 am

    This looks wonderful, and I can’t wait to make it! For those who don’t have a super sweet tooth, is it possible to leave out or reduce the caramel sauce?

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 14 October 2021 at 9:58 pm

      Hi, Chris. I don’t recommend leaving it out completely. You may try reducing it, but I haven’t tested it with less caramel, so can’t tell for sure.

      Reply
  3. Soleda says

    Posted on 7 February 2021 at 5:56 pm

    This recipe was a hit, however my red velvet was somewhat dry. Any tips?

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 8 February 2021 at 7:54 pm

      Hi, Soleda. Thank you for trying my recipe. There could be 2 potential culprit for dry cake: 1. the batter was over-mixed, or 2. the cake was over-baked. The red velvet cake was a variation of my go-to red velvet batter, and it gets rave reviews all the time. Hope you will try again.

      Reply
  4. Olga Lopez says

    Posted on 7 October 2018 at 3:29 pm

    Wow this looks so good.

    Olga.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 11 October 2018 at 11:08 am

      Thanks, Olga!

      Reply
  5. Jhuls says

    Posted on 4 February 2016 at 9:05 pm

    I think I am in-love! This is very much perfect for a red velvet and flan lover like me. I am saving this recipe. Thanks for sharing! 🙂

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 5 February 2016 at 12:26 pm

      Sure thing, Jhuls! Hope you make it some time! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Beverly says

    Posted on 4 February 2016 at 8:25 pm

    Wow, this looks amazing. Love how it inverts. I need to make one of these.

    Hugs,
    Bev

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 5 February 2016 at 12:25 pm

      You sure do, Beverly! It’s fun to make, to brag and to eat! 🙂 Thanks for visiting!

      Reply
  7. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    Posted on 4 February 2016 at 11:29 am

    Looks so good. Thanks for sharing it at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared. See you again soon. 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 5 February 2016 at 12:22 pm

      Thanks for stopping by, Theresa!

      Reply
  8. Elle says

    Posted on 4 February 2016 at 9:30 am

    This looks sooo good! I’ve made the chocolate magic flan cake ……but recently I’ve become a big red velvet fan – so this is a must make!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 5 February 2016 at 12:22 pm

      Oh my, was that the most fabulous cake or what? Hope you give this red velvet one a go too! Thanks, Elle!

      Reply
  9. Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says

    Posted on 28 January 2016 at 7:18 pm

    What a gorgeous Valentine’s Day dessert! It looks absolutely scrumptious!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 31 January 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Doesn’t it? 😉 Thank you, Michelle!

      Reply
      • Yoly says

        Posted on 26 September 2022 at 5:21 am

        How did u get some of the flan to have some red spots

        Reply

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