Best 5 Taco Cheesecake Recipes

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**Indulge in a Unique Culinary Creation: Taco Cheesecake, a Fusion of Mexican and Dessert Flavors**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the creamy decadence of a classic cheesecake. This extraordinary dish, known as Taco Cheesecake, is a delightful fusion that promises an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite.

Within this article, you'll find a collection of carefully curated Taco Cheesecake recipes, each offering a distinct interpretation of this innovative dessert. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the various flavor combinations, unique ingredients, and creative presentation styles that make Taco Cheesecake a truly unforgettable experience.

From the classic Taco Cheesecake recipe, featuring a savory ground beef filling nestled atop a creamy cheesecake base, to the adventurous Chorizo and Black Bean Taco Cheesecake, bursting with spicy chorizo and tender black beans, this article caters to diverse taste preferences.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Veggie Taco Cheesecake is a vibrant creation filled with a medley of roasted vegetables, while the Sweet Potato and Black Bean Taco Cheesecake offers a unique twist with its combination of earthy sweet potatoes and hearty black beans.

And for those with a sweet tooth, the Apple Pie Taco Cheesecake masterfully combines the comforting flavors of apple pie with the richness of cheesecake, resulting in a dessert that is both familiar and surprisingly delightful.

Get ready to impress your family and friends with this extraordinary culinary fusion. Each Taco Cheesecake recipe in this article provides detailed instructions, helpful tips, and stunning images to guide you through the process of creating this delectable masterpiece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TACO CHEESECAKE



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One taste of Judy Eckert's eye-catching appetizer proves cheesecake isn't just for dessert. "This savory variation is a crowd favorite at parties," she notes from Fulton, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 18-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 teaspoons cornmeal
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
1 cup chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped ripe olives
TOPPING:
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Sprinkle bottom of greased 9-in. springform pan with cornmeal; set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the taco seasoning, sour cream and salsa. Stir in the eggs, pepper Jack cheese and chilies. Fold in olives. Pour over cornmeal. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour. (Top of cheesecake may crack.) Refrigerate overnight., Remove sides of pan. Spread sour cream over top and sides of cheesecake. Arrange olives, onions, tomato slices and jalapeno slices on top. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

TACO CHEESECAKE



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Sounds weird, but this taco cheesecake appetizer has always been a hit at every party it has been served. I just have copies of the recipe ready for my guests. Serve with tortilla chips and you are ready for a unique and tasty dip.

Provided by CSW

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 pound lean ground beef
1 package taco seasoning, divided
⅓ cup salsa
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup shredded lettuce
1 tomato, chopped
4 slices avocado

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Stir tortilla chips and butter together in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Remove crust from oven, leaving oven on. Cool on a wire rack.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add beef and cook, stirring, until crumbly and no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Pat beef dry with paper towels and return to the skillet.
  • Reserve 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix. Stir remaining taco seasoning and salsa into beef. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs and reserved taco seasoning mix, beating until blended. Add Cheddar cheese and beat until blended. Spread mixture evenly over crust and 1 inch up sides of pan. Spoon in beef mixture.
  • Combine sour cream and flour in a bowl; spread over cheesecake.
  • Bake in the hot oven for 25 minutes.
  • Cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges and release sides of pan.
  • Serve warm, cold, or room temperature with a topping of lettuce, tomato, and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 160.1 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 22.2 g, Sodium 685.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

TACO CHEESECAKE



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This appetizer proves that cheesecake is not just for dessert. Very good and the presentation of this is impressive. Enjoy! HELPFUL HINT: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands and avoid touching your face. Prep time includes overnight refrigeration.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Spreads

Time P1DT35m

Yield 18-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 teaspoons cornmeal
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (4-oz.)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped ripe black olives
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced

Steps:

  • Sprinkle bottom of greased 9-inch springform pan with cornmeal; set aside.
  • In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the taco seasoning, sour cream and salsa.
  • Stir in the eggs, pepper jack cheese and chilies.
  • Fold in olives.
  • Pour over cornmeal.
  • Place pan on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
  • Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour.
  • NOTE: top of cheesecake may crack.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove sides of pan.
  • Spread sour cream over top and sides of cheesecake.
  • Arrange olives, onions, tomatoes and jalapeno slices on top in a circular motion.
  • I do tomatoes on the outer edge, then green onion, jalapeno, then scatter black olives randomly, within the circle.
  • Serve with assorted crackers.

CHICKEN TACO CHEESECAKE



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Found this several years ago I believe in Southern Living Cookbook. Made it last year for a cook off at my work and won 1st place. The presentation is impressive when you place the toppings in a circle around the cheesecake. I usually start with a center mound of picante and add other toppings around this. Not as hard as it sounds.

Provided by Lynda Black

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h25m

Yield 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 2/3 cups finely crushed tortilla chips
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 large eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups drained and finely chopped canned premium white chicken meat
1 1/2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese (6 oz)
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
sliced ripe olives
cooked whole kernel corn
chopped green onion
chopped fresh tomato
picante sauce or salsa

Steps:

  • Combine tortilla chips and butter; stir well.
  • Firmly press into bottom of 10" spring form pan; set aside.
  • Beat cream cheese until creamy; add eggs one at a time beating well after each addition.
  • Add mayonnaise, taco seasoning and flour; beat at low speed until smooth.
  • Stir in chicken and cheese.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 325 for 55 minutes.
  • Spread sour cream on top of cheesecake and bake 10 additional minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature in pan on wire rack.
  • Cover and chill at least 8 hours.
  • To serve carefully remove sides of pan.
  • Arrange toppings on cheesecake.
  • Serve with picante sauce.

TACO CHEESECAKE



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My whole family loves this recipe...

Provided by Jennifer Fleming

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c crushed tortilla chips
1 Tbsp butter, melted
1 lb ground beef
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
2 Tbsp water
2 pkg cream cheese
2 eggs
2 c shredded cheddar cheese
8 oz sour cream
2 Tbsp flour

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350.Mix crushed tortilla chips and melted butter, Press into a 9in springform pan. Bake for 10 min. Cool
  • 2. Cook ground beef. Drain grease. Reserve 1 tsp of taco seaoning for later use.
  • 3. Add taco seasoning package, and 2 tbls water into beef and cook for 5 min.
  • 4. Beat cream cheese until fluffy, add eggs and 1tsp taco seasoning, cheddar cheese, beat until blended. Spread mixture over the crust and 1 inch up sides of pan. Spoon in beef mixture.
  • 5. Combine sour cream and flour. Spread over cake. Bake for 35 min.

Tips:

  • Utilize a quality cream cheese: For an indulgent and creamy cheesecake filling, opt for a high-quality cream cheese brand.
  • Don't overbeat the cream cheese: Overbeating can result in a grainy texture; beat only until smooth and combined.
  • Gradually add sugar: To prevent crystallization, incorporate the sugar gradually while beating the cream cheese mixture.
  • Use fresh lime juice and zest: Freshly squeezed lime juice and zest provide a vibrant and authentic flavor; avoid using bottled or store-bought options.
  • Don't overbake the cheesecake: To achieve the perfect texture, bake the cheesecake until the center is slightly jiggly; overbaking can lead to a dry and crumbly texture.
  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly: Allow the cheesecake to chill completely in the refrigerator before serving; this helps the flavors meld and the texture to set properly.
  • Top with your favorite toppings: Before serving, consider adding toppings such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro to enhance the flavors.

Conclusion:

The Taco Cheesecake presented in this recipe offers a unique and flavorful fusion of Mexican and dessert flavors. With a creamy and tangy cheesecake filling, a graham cracker crust infused with taco seasoning, and a topping of your favorite taco fixings, this cheesecake is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a sweet and savory treat, this Taco Cheesecake will surely be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that combines the best of both worlds.

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