At its core, a glass flan pan features a shallow, wide shape with a smooth surface—perfect for cooking custards, cakes, and even savory dishes. The most common use of this pan is, of course, for making the beloved flan dessert. Traditionally served in Latin American cuisine, flan is a creamy, rich dessert that’s both elegant and comforting. However, the versatility of the glass flan pan allows for numerous variations of flan, from fruit-flavored to chocolate-infused creations.