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Chocolate Fudge Flan

A decadent dessert combining a rich chocolate fudge layer with a creamy vanilla flan, all topped with a sweet caramel sauce. This impressive treat is perfect for special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Sugar, white
  • 1/4 cup Water
Chocolate Fudge Layer
  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 1 can Evaporated milk (12 oz)
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup Semisweet chocolate chips melted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Flan Layer
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 4 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Blender
  • 9-inch flan mold or Bundt pan
  • saucepan
  • Large roasting pan (for water bath)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt sugar with water over medium heat until it turns a golden amber color; pour immediately into the flan mold and swirl to coat the bottom.
  2. Blend sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, and vanilla until smooth; set aside.
  3. In a clean blender, combine softened cream cheese, eggs, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Carefully pour the chocolate fudge mixture over the hardened caramel in the mold, then slowly pour the cream cheese flan mixture over the chocolate layer.
  5. Place the flan mold into a larger roasting pan, then fill the roasting pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the flan mold; bake at 350°F (175°C) for 70-75 minutes or until set.
  6. Remove the flan from the water bath and cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before inverting onto a serving plate.

Notes

Ensure the flan is completely chilled before attempting to unmold for the best results. A water bath is crucial for even cooking and a smooth texture.