Creamy Flan Napolitano
Flan Napolitano is a rich and creamy Mexican dessert with a velvety custard, made special by the addition of cream cheese. This caramel-topped treat is perfect for any occasion and can be easily made at home with the right techniques.
Equipment
- Baking Mold
- Oven
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar for caramel base
- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 can Evaporated Milk
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
- 4 pieces Eggs large
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- In a pan, heat sugar over medium heat, swirling it gently until it turns golden brown. Pour it into the mold and let it cool until it hardens.
- In a blender, combine sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the smooth mixture over the cooled caramel in the mold.
- To cook, either steam or bake the flan. For baking, place the mold in a water bath and bake at 350°F for 60 minutes, or until set.
- Allow the flan to cool completely before inverting it onto a plate to serve.
Notes
Serve your flan Napolitano chilled for the best texture and flavor. For variations, try adding a splash of coffee liqueur or citrus zest for a unique twist.