Vasterbottensost Cheese Flan Recipe / LUCY LOVES TO EAT from www.lucylovestoeat.com
Introduction
Are you a fan of flan? Do you love the creamy, custardy texture and the sweet, caramel flavor? If so, then you need to try this cheese flan recipe! It's a delicious twist on the classic dessert, adding a savory element with the addition of cheese. But don't worry, it still has all the traditional flan qualities that you love.
Ingredients
For the flan: - 1 cup sugar - 1/4 cup water - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk - 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk - 4 oz cream cheese - 4 eggs - 2 tsp vanilla extract - Pinch of salt For the caramel sauce: - 1/2 cup sugar - 1/4 cup water
Note:
All ingredients should be at room temperature before starting the recipe.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: Make the caramel sauce
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water for the caramel sauce. Heat over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns a golden brown color. Pour the caramel sauce into a 9-inch round cake pan and swirl it around to coat the bottom evenly.
Step 3: Prepare the flan mixture
In a blender, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Pour the mixture into the pan
Pour the flan mixture over the caramel sauce in the cake pan.
Step 5: Bake the flan
Place the cake pan in a larger pan and add enough water to the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the cake pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the flan is set but still jiggly in the center.
Step 6: Chill the flan
Remove the cake pan from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover the pan with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Step 7: Serve the flan
To serve, run a knife around the edge of the cake pan to loosen the flan. Place a serving plate on top of the cake pan and invert the flan onto the plate. The caramel sauce will run over the flan, creating a delicious topping.
Nutrition
Here is the approximate nutritional information for one serving of this cheese flan recipe: - Calories: 340 - Total fat: 13g - Saturated fat: 7g - Cholesterol: 125mg - Sodium: 200mg - Total carbohydrates: 48g - Dietary fiber: 0g - Total sugars: 47g - Protein: 9g
Note:
This nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients used.
Conclusion
This cheese flan recipe is a unique and delicious take on the classic dessert. The addition of cream cheese adds a savory note to the custardy flan, while the caramel sauce provides the perfect amount of sweetness. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you're entertaining guests or just looking for a sweet treat. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
