Flan de Queso Recipe | Creamy and Delicious Cream Cheese Flan
Flan de Queso, also known as Cream Cheese Flan, is a rich and creamy dessert that’s beloved across Latin America. This delightful treat combines the smooth texture of flan with the tangy richness of cream cheese, all topped with a golden layer of caramel. It’s the perfect dessert to impress your guests or to indulge in a sweet moment for yourself. Let’s dive into the best Flan de Queso recipe, straight from my mother’s kitchen to yours.
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The Best Flan de Queso Recipe
This Flan de Queso recipe is a family favorite, passed down from generation to generation. The blend of cream cheese with the traditional flan ingredients creates a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. The caramel topping adds the perfect touch of sweetness, making this dessert simply irresistible.
Notes on Ingredients
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Adds sweetness and a creamy texture to the flan.
- Evaporated Milk: Provides a rich and smooth consistency.
- Cream Cheese: The star of this recipe, giving the flan its unique flavor and texture.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor of the flan.
- Sugar: Used to make the caramel, giving the flan its signature topping.
- Eggs: Essential for binding the ingredients and providing structure to the flan.
How to Make Flan de Queso
- Prep the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend the Flan Mixture: In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, cream cheese, 2% milk, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Make the Caramel: In a saucepan, evenly spread sugar over medium heat. Cook until the sugar begins to brown at the edges, then gently stir until the caramel is an even golden brown.
- Prepare the Water Bath: Pour 1 inch of boiling water into a large oven-safe pot or baking dish.
- Assemble the Flan: Pour the caramel into a 9-inch flan mold, swirling it to coat the sides. Then, pour the flan mixture on top of the caramel.
- Bake: Place the flan mold in the water bath and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Chill and Serve: Allow the flan to cool slightly, then refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until firm. Invert onto a serving plate so the caramel is on top.
How to Serve Flan de Queso
Serve your Flan de Queso chilled, with the caramel beautifully draping over the top. This dessert is best enjoyed on its own, but you can also pair it with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of elegance.
How to Store Flan de Queso
Store any leftover flan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors may even deepen over time, making it just as delicious the next day.
FAQs About Flan de Queso
Can I make Flan de Queso ahead of time?
Absolutely! Flan de Queso can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.
What if my caramel hardens before I pour in the flan mixture?
If the caramel hardens, don’t worry. Once you pour the hot flan mixture on top, the caramel will melt and evenly coat the flan.
Can I substitute the cream cheese with another type of cheese?
Cream cheese is essential for the texture and flavor of this recipe, so substituting it with another cheese may alter the result.
The Best Flan de Queso Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
- 6 large eggs
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup 2% milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white sugar
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Place sugar in an even layer in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the edges start to brown, about 1 minute; drag sugar into the center with a spatula once the edges start to brown. Continue cooking, stirring from time to time, until caramel is an even golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour 1 inch boiling water into a large oven-safe pot or baking dish to make a water bath.
- Pour caramel into a 9-inch flan mold or baking pan; swirl so that caramel reaches 1 inch up the sides. Pour the condensed milk mixture on top. Set in the water bath.
- Set the flan and water bath in the preheated oven; bake until a damp table knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Chill flan in the refrigerator until firm, 2 to 3 hours. Invert onto a serving plate so that caramel is on top
Enjoy this creamy, caramel-topped delight, and share the love with family and friends!
