Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Caramel
Flan Mixture
Method
Caramel Preparation
- 1
Make the Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves. Stop stirring and allow it to boil until it turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Pour the Caramel
Quickly pour the caramel into a round cake pan, tilting the pan to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to cool and harden.
Flan Mixture Preparation
- 3
Blend the Flan Ingredients
In a blender, combine the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Pour the Mixture
Pour the flan mixture over the cooled caramel in the cake pan.
Baking
- 5
- 6
Bake the Flan
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set and a knife inserted comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the water bath.
- 7
Chill the Flan
Once cooled, refrigerate the flan for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Flan
To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it. Invert onto a serving plate so the caramel side is on top. Slice and enjoy!
