Mexican Cheesecake
People will rave over this super-easy cheesecake appetizer. I've made this recipe several times at parties, and people were so surprised it was low fat. Make it a day ahead for convenience, adding salsa just before serving. —Sandy Burkett, Galena, Ohio
Ingredients
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1-1/4 cups reduced-fat sour cream, divided
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
- 1 cup chunky salsa, drained
- Tortilla chips or fresh vegetables
Reviews
This was a great recipe. It turns out a nice texture. Basically cheesecake with the chili’s and cheese bits. There is no crust. So ignore the bad review about a “soggy crust”:) and with just 3 eggs isn’t too eggy.
My family loves this savory cheesecake ~ it’s a great change from typical nachos or chips and salsa! I use my homemade taco seasoning to keep the sodium count low and full fat sour cream because I think it needed the extra fat for a creamier texture. Gotta love people who put up terrible reviews without making the recipe ~ kind of hard to have a “soggy crust” on a cheesecake that has no crust! It’s delicious ~ I’m making it again for the Eagles playoff game this weekend!!
This cheesecake was a major disappointment. The crust was soggy and the filling bland.
This was pretty terrible and I am surprised it has so many glowing reviews. I followed the recipe exactly. This came out dry and crumbly and the flavor wasn't great. I would not make again.
I've made plenty of cheesecakes and this is the first savory one that I have come across. Where ever I take it, it gets rave reviews. Thank you to whom ever shared it. It's a winner in my book!!
So unusual and delicious. Addictive too.
Excellent. I made half of the recipe and baked in a pie plate. Turned out wonderfully. Receives rave reviews.
A super easy recipe ...my family thought "cheesecake" was just for dessert until now!!!
I haven't made this yet but want to. Is it possible to use no fat cream cheese and no fat sour cream?
New addition to my party appitizer choices. I made this to observe Cinco de Mayo. Took it to work to share. Everyone is really enjoying it and asking for the recipe. I will make again. I'm even thinking to spread refried beans over the top, more sour cream and shredded cheese, and home made pico. Of course it would no longer be "low fat" but hey it's for a party!. Awesome recipe. Thanks for sharing.