Reduced Sugar Creamy Cheese Flan: A Light and Easy Delight with a Quick Dulce de Leche Sauce
Indulge in this creamy and velvety cheese flan, a lightened-up version of a classic dessert, reduced in sugar and fat, but full of rich flavors. This flan is incredibly easy to make, requiring only a blender and no need to caramelize the mold. With a silky and smooth texture, it is perfect for those who want to enjoy a delicious dessert without the guilt. replaces the word nice with emptypped with a quick and easy dulce de leche sauce, this flan will impress with its taste and simplicity. Whether you are serving it as a dessert for a special occasion or enjoying it as an after-dinner treat, this flan is a must-try!
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Why you’ll love this:
You’ll love this cheese flan because it’s a healthier take on a favorite dessert. Using reduced-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt, along with a natural sweetener like stevia, gives you all the creamy goodness without the extra calories. Adding a quick dulce de leche sauce makes it indulgent while still staying within your sugar intake. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make: just mix, pour, and bake! There’s no need for complicated steps like caramelizing the sugar, making this dessert accessible even to novice cooks.
Perfect opportunity:
This creamy cheese flan is perfect for any occasion where you want to serve a light but satisfying dessert. It’s ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or when you’re entertaining guests. The simplicity of the recipe also makes it a great option for busy days when you want to make something sweet without spending too much time in the kitchen. The flan’s creamy texture and rich flavor make it a crowd-pleaser and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient choice for gatherings.
Decorating tips:
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Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 300 ml of milk (can be dairy or vegetable)
- 3 tablespoons (150 g) reduced-fat cream cheese (can be substituted with plain or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons of stevia or your favorite sweetener (or 100g of sugar)
- A little vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened dulce de leche (or your favorite type)
For the dulce de leche sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened dulce de leche (or your favorite type)
- A little milk
Instructions:
- Prepare the flan mixture:
In a blender or food processor, combine the eggs, milk, cream cheese (or yogurt), sweetener, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and well combined. If you don’t have a blender, you can mix the ingredients by hand using a whisk or fork. - Prepare the mold:
Take a 15cm baking tin and spread the dulce de leche evenly over the base and sides, making sure they are well coated. - Assembly and cooking:
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 45 minutes, or until the flan is cooked and there is no liquid left in the center. You can cook it in a bain-marie for a more traditional method, but it will also be perfect if cooked directly in the oven. - Cool and unmold:
After baking, let the flan cool to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for a few hours until completely cooled. Once cooled, carefully unmold the flan onto a serving plate. - Prepare the Dulce de Leche sauce:
In a small bowl, mix the dulce de leche and a little milk. Microwave for about 30 seconds, then mix well to obtain a creamy sauce. - Serve:
Pour the prepared sauce generously over the flan. Serve chilled and enjoy its creamy and decadent flavors!
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