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Velvety Cream Cheese Flan with Caramel Delight

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Cream Cheese Flan Recipe: A Luxuriously Smooth Dessert to Delight Your Taste Buds

Creating a luscious Cream Cheese Flan is an exquisite way to showcase your baking skills while treating your loved ones to a rich, velvety dessert that melts in the mouth. This recipe combines the sweet creaminess of cream cheese with the rich caramel flavor of homemade caramelized sugar, resulting in a flan that is not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. Perfect for any occasion, whether it be a family gathering or a sophisticated dinner party, this dessert is bound to impress.

Recipe Overview

  • Total Time: 26 minutes (including prep and cook time)
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 12
  • Category: Cheesecake
  • Keywords: Dessert, < 30 Mins, Oven
  • Rating: ★★★★★ (1 review)

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 ½ cups sugar
7 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup milk
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon cream cheese
4 large eggs (separated into yolks and whites)
1/2 cup additional sugar (for egg whites)

Nutritional Information

Nutritional Component Amount per Serving
Calories 352.6
Total Fat 14.6 g
Saturated Fat 8.5 g
Cholesterol 152.5 mg
Sodium 182.3 mg
Total Carbohydrates 47.5 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 43.2 g
Protein 9.1 g

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). This is an essential step to ensure that your flan bakes evenly and achieves the perfect texture.

  2. Make the Caramel: In a medium-sized saucepan, pour in 1 cup of sugar and set over medium heat. Stir the sugar constantly with a wooden spoon or a heat-resistant spatula. After approximately 5 minutes, the sugar will melt and begin to turn a light golden brown. Be careful not to let it burn, as burnt sugar can impart a bitter flavor to your flan.

  3. Prepare the Flan Dish: Once the sugar has melted and reached the desired color, quickly pour the hot caramel into a 2-quart flan dish. Using oven mitts, tilt the dish carefully to evenly coat the bottom and sides with the caramel. Allow the caramel to stand for about 5 minutes; it will harden as it cools.

  4. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 4 egg yolks, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, regular milk, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

  5. Blend the Egg Whites: In a blender, combine the egg whites, cream cheese, and the remaining ½ cup of sugar. Blend this mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy.

  6. Mix the Mixtures: Gently fold the blended egg white mixture into the egg yolk mixture, ensuring not to overmix to preserve the airiness of the egg whites.

  7. Strain and Pour: Pour the combined custard mixture through a wire-mesh strainer into a large bowl. This step is crucial as it removes any lumps, ensuring a silky texture for your flan. Carefully pour the custard over the caramelized sugar in the prepared flan dish.

  8. Create a Water Bath: To prevent the flan from cooking too quickly and to achieve an even bake, place the flan dish in a large shallow pan. Pour hot water into the pan until it reaches a depth of about 1/3 up the sides of the flan dish.

  9. Bake the Flan: Place the setup in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes. The flan is done when it is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.

  10. Cool the Flan: Once baked, carefully remove the dish from the water bath using oven mitts. Allow the flan to cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature. This cooling period is essential for the flavors to meld together beautifully.

  11. Chill: After cooling, cover the flan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. This chilling time will allow the flan to firm up and make it easier to slice when serving.

  12. Serve the Flan: To serve, run a knife around the edge of the flan to loosen it from the dish. Carefully invert the flan onto a serving plate. The caramel sauce should flow over the top, creating an elegant presentation.

Indulge in the creamy, sweet flavors of this delightful Cream Cheese Flan, perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply treating yourself and your loved ones, this flan is sure to become a beloved dessert in your repertoire. Enjoy!


Note: For best results, ensure that your cream cheese is at room temperature before blending, as this will help achieve a smoother texture in your flan.

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