Senor Rico Caramel Flan Pudding, 8Oz

Senor Rico Caramel Flan Pudding is a single-serve, 8-ounce refrigerated dessert you’d find tucked into the deli and refrigerated desserts case alongside other puddings, custards, yogurts and ready-to-eat flans. It reads like a shortcut to a classic Latin-style caramel flan: a creamy milk-and-egg custard with a sweet caramel layer. Shoppers reach for it during quick grocery trips when they want an easy dessert for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or to pack in a picnic or school lunch. The product leans into comfort and convenience—positioned toward families and busy shoppers who appreciate a familiar indulgence without the fuss of baking. The brand name and the idea of flan evoke Hispanic culinary tradition, even as the packaging and claims aim for broad mainstream appeal. The label leans on health-cue language: “No artificial flavors,” “gluten-free,” and “No artificial preservatives / dyes,” while also noting it “contains bioengineered food ingredients.” Visually it reads as a wholesome ready-to-eat treat, though it is not organic and carries several stabilizers and sweeteners in the ingredient list. In plain terms it is a highly processed, factory-made custard that uses industrial sweeteners (high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, dextrose) and texturizers (modified corn starch, carrageenan, locust bean gum, sodium alginate) to create a silky texture and consistent shelf-stable experience. Sensory notes: smooth, silk-like custard with a sugary caramel top, spoonable from a clear plastic cup beneath a foil lid. Rituals around it are casual and immediate—chilled straight from the fridge, a quick end to a meal, or a nostalgic snack that parents may buy for kids and themselves when craving a sweet, creamy comfort.