Flan De Queso
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Flan de Queso, a luscious twist on the classic flan that incorporates velvety cream cheese for an extra-rich texture and flavor. This elegant dessert features a crackling layer of golden caramel, effortlessly made by caramelizing sugar to a deep amber hue, which transforms into a glossy topping when inverted. Blended with sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, and a hint of vanilla, the custard is slow-cooked in a water bath to achieve its signature silky smoothness. Perfect for special occasions or as a show-stopping finale to any meal, Flan de Queso is a crowd-pleaser that’s just as beautiful as it is delicious. Serve it chilled and let the creamy sweetness melt in your mouth with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 14-ounce can Sweetened condensed milk
- 1 12-ounce can Evaporated milk
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Water (for caramelizing sugar)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Have a 9-inch round baking dish or flan mold ready, as well as a larger roasting pan for the water bath.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir just until the sugar begins to dissolve, then stop stirring and let the mixture boil. Swirl the pan occasionally until the sugar melts completely and turns a deep amber color.
Immediately pour the caramel into the bottom of your baking dish, tilting it carefully to coat the entire bottom evenly. Set aside to allow the caramel to harden.
In a blender, combine the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
Pour the blended mixture over the hardened caramel in the baking dish.
Place the baking dish inside the larger roasting pan. Carefully fill the roasting pan with hot water until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the flan dish, creating a water bath.
Carefully transfer the roasting pan to the preheated oven. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Then, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to fully set.
When ready to serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Place a serving plate upside-down on top of the baking dish, then carefully invert the flan onto the plate. The caramel will flow over the top.
Slice into portions and serve chilled. Enjoy your Flan De Queso!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.6 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.5 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 942 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 1859 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 469.6 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 465.8 g | ||
| Protein | 89.9 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.9 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 2466 mg | 190% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 3091 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
