This creamy caramel flan is rich, silky, and wonderfully smooth, with a deep golden caramel layer that melts over every slice. It’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for family gatherings or a special dessert. ❤️
📝 Ingredients
For the Caramel
1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
For the Flan
1 can sweetened condensed milk (397 g)
1 can evaporated milk (360 ml)
190 g cream cheese, softened
5 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the caramel
Place the sugar in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Allow it to melt gradually. As the edges begin to turn golden, gently swirl the pan so the sugar melts evenly.
Continue cooking until you have a smooth, deep amber caramel. Be careful not to burn it.
2. Pour the caramel into the pan
Immediately pour the hot caramel into a flan or loaf pan.
Carefully tilt the pan so the caramel covers the bottom evenly. Set aside while you prepare the custard.
3. Prepare the flan mixture
Add the softened cream cheese, condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla to a blender.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Tip: Don’t over-blend, as too much air can create more bubbles in the finished flan.
4. Pour into the pan
Pour the flan mixture slowly over the caramel.
If you see bubbles on the surface, gently tap the pan against the counter a few times.
5. Prepare a water bath
Place the flan pan inside a larger baking dish.
Pour hot water into the larger dish until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the flan pan.
This water bath helps the flan cook gently and gives it a creamy texture.
6. Bake
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
Bake for approximately 50–65 minutes, or until the center is set but still has a slight jiggle.
Don’t worry if the center looks slightly soft—it will continue to firm up as it cools.
7. Cool completely
Remove the flan from the water bath and let it cool at room temperature.
Then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
8. Unmold the flan
Run a thin knife carefully around the edges of the pan.
Place a serving plate over the pan and quickly invert it.
The caramel will flow over the sides, creating that beautiful glossy finish. 🍮✨
❤️ Serve & Enjoy!
Slice the chilled flan and serve with plenty of the melted caramel sauce.
Creamy, silky, and irresistibly caramelized—this is one dessert everyone will ask you to make again!