MEXICAN CHEESECAKE

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream and taco seasoning until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in cheddar cheese and chilies. , Transfer to a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until center is almost set. Spread remaining sour cream evenly over top. Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until topping is set. , Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , Just before serving, spread salsa over cheesecake. Serve with tortilla chips or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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