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Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake

[heart_this] · Jun 14, 2017 · 16 Comments

Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake

A savoury jalapeno popper inspired chorizo cheesecake!

Dad loves cheesecake so why not surprise him with a savoury take on cheesecake for dinner this Father’s Day? Jalapeno poppers are one of my favourite foods and they consist of jalapeno peppers stuffed with cream cheese and cheddar cheese that are coated in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy! Since the poppers are already filled with cream cheese and cheesecakes primary ingredient is cream cheese it only seemed natural to combine the two to make a jalapeno popper cheesecake! But would a savoury cheesecake work? A cheesecake classically has a simple crumb crust and for this one I went with crumbled cheese crackers to start things off nice and cheesy! Next up was the cheesecake batter which is pretty normal with cream cheese, eggs and sour cream along with the cheddar cheese and jalapenos! I wanted this cheesecake to be a nice and satisfying meal so I decided to add some chorizo sausage to the mix! Once the crust and batter are ready you simply bake it like a normal cheesecake and then enjoy it warm from the oven or chilled from the fridge! If your dad loves cheesecakes and poppers then he’ll love this jalapeno popper chorizo cheesecake!

Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Top with a fried egg with runny yolk!

Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake

Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake
Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake

Jalapeno Popper Chorizo Cheesecake

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Servings: 8

A savoury jalapeno popper inspired chorizo cheesecake!

ingredients
  • 1 pound chorizo sausage, casings removed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2+ jalapenos, diced
directions
  1. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, before setting aside.
  2. Add the onion to the pan and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes before adding the garlic and cooking until fragrant, about a minute, and removing from the heat.
  3. Press the mixture of the cracker crumbs and butter into the bottom of a 9 inch spring form pan.
  4. Mix the cream cheese, eggs and sour cream before mixing in the cheddar, chorizo, onion, garlic and jalapenos and pouring into the pan.
  5. Pour the batter into the spring form pan, wrap the bottom of the pan in foil, place in a larger pan with a small amount of hot water and bake in a preheated 350F/180C oven until set, about 60 minutes. Enjoy warm or cold!
Option: Replace 1/4 cup cracker crumbs with 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese in the crust!
Option: Add 8 strips worth of cooked and crumbled bacon!
Nutrition Facts: Calories 523, Fat 73g (Saturated 36g, Trans 0.6g), Cholesterol 254mg, Sodium 1294mg, Carbs 13g (Fiber 0.5g, Sugars 4g), Protein 28g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Comments

  1. Julie | Table for Two says

    June 14, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    Savory cheesecake! I'm in love!

    Reply
  2. Paige Flamm says

    June 14, 2017 at 11:29 pm

    This looks like something I need in my life asap.

    Paige
    http://thehappyflammily.com

    Reply
  3. Unknown says

    June 15, 2017 at 1:21 am

    This is amazing! I love the addition of chorizo!

    Reply
  4. We Are Not Martha says

    June 15, 2017 at 3:01 am

    Whoa this is kind of ridiculous, but in the most awesome way possible. I love the egg on top!!

    Sues

    Reply
  5. Sarah Malcom Photography says

    June 15, 2017 at 11:50 am

    Your popper dip is a household favorite and my go-to party appetizer…can't wait to try this!

    Reply
  6. Maria Lichty says

    June 16, 2017 at 11:14 pm

    This recipe is right up Josh's alley!

    Reply
  7. Jenny says

    June 19, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    Cornbread perfection right here!

    Reply
  8. The Short (dis)Order Cook says

    June 19, 2017 at 8:52 pm

    I couldn't have made this for Father's Day because I would have a hard time sharing this! Some of my favorite things in one recipe. I keep trying to reach into the screen and grab.

    Reply
  9. patricia says

    June 23, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    Deeply satisfying.

    Reply
  10. Betty G says

    June 24, 2017 at 11:53 pm

    Thinking of doing these in something like mini muffin pans. LOVE the recipe!

    Reply
  11. Jessi Lashakmitis says

    June 26, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    Wow, that cheesecake looks amazing in those pictures!!! Definitely have to try making it very soon:)
    Jessi

    Reply
  12. kevin says

    July 6, 2017 at 1:02 am

    Betty: Mini muffin oabs would be amazing!

    Reply
  13. Maureen says

    September 20, 2021 at 4:41 pm

    I make savory cheese cakes frequently. This looks like a good addition to our list. 😃
    (blue cheese is my favorite).

    Reply
  14. sharyn says

    May 26, 2022 at 9:25 pm

    is the chorizo Mexican or Spanish? I do wish the recipes would distinguish which chorizo to use since they so are completely different

    Reply
    • kevin says

      May 30, 2022 at 8:09 am

      The recipe calls for Mexican style fresh/raw chorizo (with casings removed), but you could also use a Spanish style cured chorizo for a nice change!

      Reply

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