Fiesta Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Fiesta Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups finely crushed tortilla chips; 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 large eggs; 2 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (10 ounces); 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream; 1/2 cup chopped green pepper; 1/2 cup chopped yellow sweet pepper; 1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper; 1/2 cup green onion; 1 medium tomatoes, chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped ripe olives; 2 bunches fresh cilantro (optional) or 2 bunches parsley (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups finely crushed tortilla chips
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
2 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (10 ounces)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped yellow sweet pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup green onion
1 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped ripe olives
2 bunches fresh cilantro (optional) or 2 bunches parsley (optional)

1
Combine tortilla chips and butter; press onto bottom of a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan.
2
Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes.
3
Cool on a wire rack.
4
Beat cream cheese at medium speed with an electric mixer 3 minutes or until fluffy; add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
5
Stir in cheese, chiles, and ground red pepper.
6
Pour into prepared pan, and bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes.
7
Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack.
8
Place on a bed of fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.
9
Gently run a knife around edge of pan to release sides, and let cool completely.
10
Spread sour cream evenly over top; cover and chill.
11
Arrange green pepper and remaining ingredients on top as desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups finely crushed tortilla chips, 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted, 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened, 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Cheesecake

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