Spicy Spreadable Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Spicy Spreadable Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flaky butter crackers; 4 tablespoons butter, melted; 6 ounces sharp cheddar; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 1 tablespoon flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 24 ounces cream cheese; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup minced white onion; 1 tablespoon horseradish; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot red pepper sauce; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon lime zest; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce; Shredded cheddar; Tomatoes; Green Onions; Salsa, optional; Crackers; Tortilla Chips

Servings: persons

2 cups flaky butter crackers
4 tablespoons butter, melted
6 ounces sharp cheddar
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon lime juice
24 ounces cream cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 cup minced white onion
1 tablespoon horseradish
1 1/2 teaspoons hot red pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups sour cream
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper sauce
Shredded cheddar
Tomatoes
Green Onions
Salsa, optional
Crackers
Tortilla Chips

1
For the crust: Crush the butter crackers and mix with melted butter.
2
Press into a 9-inch spring-form pan.
3
For the Filling: Finely shred cheddar, add lime zest.
4
Toss cheese mixture with flour and cornstarch; set aside.
5
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
6
In electric mixer, cream lime juice and cream cheese until fluffy.
7
Add 1 egg at a time while mixing on low speed.
8
Add minced onion, horseradish, pepper sauce, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and mix only until incorporated.
9
Fold in cheddar mixture, then sour cream by hand.
10
Pour the batter into the prepared crust.
11
Bake for 60 minutes.
12
Meanwhile, for topping, mix all ingredients together and refrigerate until cheesecake is baked.
13
Remove cheesecake from oven after 60 minutes (do not overbake).
14
Spread cold topping over warm cake, return to oven, shut the oven off and allow to cool in oven (oven door may be open a crack to speed up the process), this will prevent any cracking.
15
Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight then decorate as desired with shredded cheddar, tomatoes, green onions, and salsa.
16
Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.

2049

kcal

Calories

203

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups flaky butter crackers, 4 tablespoons butter, melted, 6 ounces sharp cheddar, 1 teaspoon lime zest, and more.

Yes, Spicy Spreadable 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.

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Spicy Spreadable Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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