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Queso de Flan
Edgar has deterred a smidgen from tradition by adding cream cheese to this super simple to make recipe that is the ultimate luxury on a plate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 10
Author Edgar from Tres Carneles Mexican Restaurant, Edmonton
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8
oz
of cream cheese
(room temperature)
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16
eggs
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3
cans of Carnation Evaporated Milk
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3
can of Eagle Brand Condensed Milk
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1
tblsp vanilla extract
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1
cup
of sugar
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1/2
cup
of water
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Pre heat the oven at 350 F
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Combine eggs, evaporated milk, condensed milk, vanilla and cream cheese in a blender (or a Thermomix, if you have one)
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Blend for 3 minutes at medium speed, or for 30 seconds at speed 4 in the Thermomix
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Strain the mixture and refrigerate for at least one hour
Instructions for the Caramel:
To make the caramel:
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Combine sugar and water in a non-reactive pot; place on stove and simmer for 10 minutes or until golden brown
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*do not stir and handle with care
Putting it all Together:
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Pour caramel into 10 4 ounce moulds and let stand for 5 minutes
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After sugar has set, pour cheese mixture into mould
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Place in a baine marie and bake in the oven for 30 - 45 minutes
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Place well covered in the refrigerator for 24 hours
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Using a thin knife, run along the inside of the custard cup and flip the mould upside down onto a plate