Silky Smooth Flan

Combine sugar and water in a pan, set over medium heat, and cook until it turns into caramel. Do not stir with spatulas or spoons.

Pour the caramel into the baking dish and quickly swirl to coat the bottom.

Whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, heavy cream, condensed milk, cream cheese, and vanilla. Blend until completely smooth.

Pour the mixture through a sieve over the caramel, cover with foil, place in a water bath coming up to about 50% of the side of the dish, and bake at 160°C (325°F) for 70-80 minutes.

Remove the foil, let it cool to room temperature, and chill in the fridge for 3 hours (or just 1 hour if you can't wait!).