If you’re ready to impress with a dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, look no further than this caramel flan!
It’s rich, creamy, and has that perfect caramel topping that you flip out of the pan in the most satisfying way. Ready to flip your dessert game? Let’s dive in!
Flan
Silky, sweet caramel flan with a perfect flip! This creamy dessert is a crowd-pleaser and will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- CARAMEL TOPPING:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- CUSTARD:
- 1 (8 ounce package) cream cheese softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 5 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 can evaporated milk
Instructions
Caramel Topping:
1. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir occasionally as it melts and begins to boil. Keep an eye on it – when it starts turning a light amber color, take it off the heat immediately.
2. Quickly pour the caramel into an ungreased 9-inch x 2-inch cake pan or a 2-quart baking dish. Don’t worry if it hardens in the bottom of the pan – that’s totally normal!
Custard:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixer, beat the cream cheese until it’s silky smooth. Make sure there are no lumps left!
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape the bowl to make sure the cream cheese is fully blended – lumpy custard is a no-go!
4. Pour in the remaining ingredients and mix until the custard is nice and smooth.
5. Carefully pour the custard over the hardened caramel in the pan.
Baking Time:
1. Place the custard-filled pan inside a larger baking dish or roasting pan with high sides. Pour boiling water into the larger pan, making sure the water comes about 1 inch up the sides of the custard pan. This water bath helps the custard cook evenly.
2. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is still just a little jiggly.
Cooling & Serving:
1. Once baked, remove the custard from the water bath and let it cool for about an hour. Then, cover and refrigerate overnight – trust me, the flavors get even better!
2. When you’re ready to serve, place the pan in a bit of hot water for about a minute to loosen the caramel. Run a knife around the edges, then flip the custard onto a rimmed serving plate with one smooth move. Voilà!
This rich and creamy dessert is as impressive as it is delicious! Perfect for any occasion where you want to wow your guests.
