Savory Cheesecake with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taralli with Chili Pepper

Puglia is famous for its high-quality typical products, and among these stand out the extra virgin olive oil from Puglia and the taralli with chili pepper offered by Pugghia . These two ingredients embody the tradition, authenticity and genuineness of Puglian cuisine, bringing the unique taste of Southern Italy to Italian and international tables.

Recipe for Savory Cheesecake with EVO Oil and Chilli Taralli

We offer you a delicious and simple recipe to prepare using extra virgin olive oil from Puglia and taralli with chilli pepper from Puglia, to bring a touch of Puglia directly into your kitchen! Recipe created in collaboration with I Piatti di Crecida .

Ingredients:

• 300g of Pugghia chilli taralli
• 100g melted butter
• 150g of lactose-free stracchino
• 150g of lactose-free Philadelphia
• Yellow and red datterini tomatoes (to taste)
• Fresh basil leaves
• Pugghia extra virgin olive oil
• Oregano, salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

1. Prepare the base:
   • Crumble the chili pepper taralli with a blender or by placing them in a food bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until you obtain a grainy mixture.
   • Melt the butter and add it to the crumbled taralli, mixing well until you obtain a moist and compact mixture.
   • Pour the mixture into a springform pan (about 20 cm in diameter) and press it down well with the back of a spoon until it forms a uniform base.
   • Place the base in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to solidify.
2. Prepare the filling:
   • In a bowl, mix the stracchino and the lactose-free Philadelphia until you obtain a smooth, homogeneous cream.
   • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
3. Assembly:
   • Remove the taralli base from the refrigerator and pour the cream cheese on top, leveling it with a spatula to obtain an even layer.
   • Place back in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let everything firm up.
4. Decoration and finishing:
   • Cut the yellow and red datterini tomatoes in half and arrange them on the surface of the cheesecake to create a colorful and inviting visual effect.
   • Add a few leaves of fresh basil.
   • Season with a drizzle of Pugghia extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with a little oregano.

Serve the savory cheesecake very cold and enjoy the authentic flavours of Puglia, thanks to the collaboration with I Piatti di Crecida !

Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia: The Gold of Puglia

The extra virgin olive oil of Puglia is a product of excellence that represents the true essence of Puglia. The oil is obtained from carefully selected olives and grown according to organic methods, respecting the territory and tradition. The result is an extra virgin olive oil with an intense aroma, a fruity taste and low acidity, perfect for enhancing Mediterranean cuisine.

• High quality extra virgin olive oil from Puglia : cold pressed and certified organic.
• Ideal for seasoning salads, bruschetta and fish-based dishes.
• Source of antioxidants, vitamins and healthy fatty acids, perfect for a balanced diet.

Taralli with Chilli Pepper Pugghia: The Crunchy Tradition of Puglia

The chili pepper taralli of Pugghia are a typical snack of the Apulian tradition, perfect to accompany an aperitif or to be enjoyed at any time of the day. Made with genuine ingredients and seasoned with a touch of chili pepper , they offer a taste experience that combines the crunchiness of the taralli with the delicate spiciness of the chili pepper.

• Taralli al peperoncino pugliesi: crunchy, tasty and with a hint of spiciness.
• Perfect to pair with cheeses and cured meats.
• Made with high quality flour and organic extra virgin olive oil.

How to Enjoy Taralli with Chilli Pepper from Pugghia

Chilli pepper taralli are perfect on their own as a snack or to accompany an aperitif. Try them with Puglia extra virgin olive oil for a combination that brings out the flavors of Puglia to the max. The oil is also an excellent condiment to further flavor the taralli, making them irresistible!