This caramel pudding, also known as flan, combines milk, cream cheese, and eggs to create a silky dessert topped with rich caramel. It's a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion, with a serving size of 6-7.
1: Prepare the caramel by heating 1 cup sugar over medium heat with 1/4 cup of water until it melts and turns rich amber.
2: Quickly pour the caramel into a flan mold or baking dish, tilting to coat the bottom evenly. Set aside to harden.
3: In a blender, combine milk, cream cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and condensed milk. Blend until smooth.
4: Pour the flan mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold.
5: Preheat your oven to 350°F.
6: Place the flan mold in a larger baking dish and fill the larger dish with hot water to create a water bath.
7: Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the flan is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
8: Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
9: To serve, run a knife around the edges of the flan to loosen it, then invert onto a serving plate to release the caramel topping.
