Cheese Flan

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Cheese Flan
4500 min.
8
448kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert that combines creamy richness with a hint of warm spices, look no further than this incredible Cheese Flan. As a perfect fit for both vegetarian and gluten-free diets, this luscious treat promises to impress your family and friends while being easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stunning dessert that showcases the comforting flavors of cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk, balanced beautifully by the aromatic touch of cinnamon.

This Cheese Flan not only serves as an indulgent finale to dinner but also makes for a charming centerpiece at any gathering. Its smooth, silky texture melts in your mouth, while the luscious caramel glaze adds a delightful sweetness. Plus, with a preparation time of just over 4,000 minutes—most of which is waiting for the flan to set—you can easily make it ahead of time, freeing you up for other tasks or enjoying time with your guests.

Whether served warm or at room temperature, this Cheese Flan is a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed year-round. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to elevate your dessert game with this exquisite recipe. Happy cooking!

Ingredients

  • stick cinnamon (3-inch)
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • large eggs 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • 14 ounces condensed milk sweetened canned
  • teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 2.5 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • roasting pan
  • aluminum foil
  • pastry brush

Directions

  1. Heat sugar and water in a small heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cook, without stirring, brushing down sugar crystals from side of pan using a pastry brush dipped in cold water and swirling pan occasionally so caramel browns evenly, until dark amber. Immediately pour into ramekins and swirl so caramel coats bottom of each and partway up side, then put in a roasting pan.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
  3. Bring milk with cinnamon stick just to a simmer in a small heavy saucepan, then remove from heat and let steep, covered, 5 minutes.
  4. Remove cinnamon.
  5. Meanwhile, blend condensed milk and cream cheese in a food processor until smooth.
  6. Add eggs, vanilla, and salt and blend until smooth.
  7. Transfer to a large bowl, then whisk in hot milk.
  8. Divide among ramekins, then add enough boiling water to pan to reach halfway up sides of ramekins. Cover pan loosely with a sheet of foil and bake until custards are just set (they will still wobble slightly in center when tapped), 45 to 55 minutes.
  9. Remove ramekins from water bath and let stand at least 15 minutes (flan will continue to set). Just before serving (warm or at room temperature), run a thin knife around flans to loosen, then invert onto plates.
  10. Flan can be made 2 days ahead. Chill in ramekins, uncovered, until cool, then cover.
  11. Let stand at room temperature about 1 hour before serving. To serve warm, put ramekins in a roasting pan of hot water and straddle over 2 burners on low, then heat about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein10.65%
Fat38.68%
Carbs50.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.14
Glycemic Load
35.7
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.519999859126%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.68kcal
22.38%
Fat:19.57g
30.1%
Saturated Fat:10.85g
67.8%
Carbohydrates:57.66g
19.22%
Net Carbohydrates:57.42g
20.88%
Sugar:56.86g
63.18%
Cholesterol:170.9mg
56.97%
Sodium:262.42mg
11.41%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:12.12g
24.25%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.88%
Selenium:20.99µg
29.98%
Phosphorus:295.05mg
29.5%
Calcium:284.62mg
28.46%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.18%
Vitamin A:806.76IU
16.14%
Vitamin B5:1.3mg
12.99%
Potassium:382.11mg
10.92%
Vitamin D:1.56µg
10.42%
Zinc:1.34mg
8.9%
Magnesium:28.75mg
7.19%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.1%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.08%
Folate:22.72µg
5.68%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.83%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.66%
Iron:0.72mg
4.01%
Copper:0.04mg
2.03%
Vitamin C:1.31mg
1.58%
Vitamin K:1.35µg
1.29%
Vitamin B3:0.24mg
1.21%
Source:Epicurious