Cream Cheese Flan (Flan De Queso)

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   1- Preheat the oven at 350 degrees F. Place a pan sheet with approximately 1 inch of water (for a water bath).

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   2- Pour the 1/2 cup of sugar into the round baking pan (9 inches, deep) and heat (medium) until the sugar melts, stirring frequently. Caramelize the sugar until you get a golden brown caramel.

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   3- By using a food processor, blend all the ingredients for 2 to 3 minutes.

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   4- Pour the mixture into the baking pan.

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   5- Place the baking pan in the water bath and let it cook for 45- 60 minutes. If after inserting a wood stick or a knife, it comes out clean, the flan is ready.

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   6- Remove from the oven and let it cool down for 30 minutes at room temperature.

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   7- Cover with a tin foil and place it in the fridge overnight (at least, 4 hours).

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   8- Use a knife to separate the flan from the baking pan edges.

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   9- Using a big plate, flip the flan over. The caramel will be liquid.

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    Buen provecho!

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    Recommendations:

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    1- If the caramel turns too brown, start it over. Otherwise, it will make your flan bitter.

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    2- Use a food processor to mix the ingredients to avoid any cheese lump.

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    2- For a better result, strongly recommend to let it cool overnight.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.