SAVORY SINGLE-SERVING CHEESECAKE, easy and quick appetizer or finger food without cooking, perfect idea for a summer buffet made in no time.
The savory single-serving cheesecake with pistachio cream, feta, and cherry tomatoes is an elegant and appetizing option for summer appetizers or aperitifs. Easy to make, no cooking needed, perfect to impress guests with a different recipe.
The base, usually crunchy, is made with crushed crackers or taralli, bound with cream cheese or butter. The rich and flavorful cream combines the sweetness of pistachio with the saltiness of feta, topped with fresh cherry tomatoes and olives.
A cold dish prepared in advance and served directly in small cups or single-serving molds. Also ideal for outdoor buffets or terrace lunches.
Join me in the kitchen, today there’s savory single-serving cheesecake.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer, and Fall
Ingredients
- 2.8 oz crackers
- 3 tbsp butter
- 7 oz feta
- 1 oz pistachios
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cherry tomatoes
- 4 black olives
Steps
Finely chop the taralli (or crackers) in a mixer, add the cream cheese or melted butter, and mix until you get a moist, sandy mixture.
Distribute it in the cups, pressing lightly with the back of a spoon. Place in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.
Blend the pistachios with a drizzle of oil and a sprinkle of black pepper. Use a mixer or a fork until you get a smooth cream.
Fill the cups with crumbled feta, pistachio cream, add diced cherry tomatoes, an olive, and feta for decoration.
Let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Bon appétit
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SAVORY SINGLE-SERVING CHEESECAKE
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FAQ (Questions and Answers) SAVORY SINGLE-SERVING CHEESECAKE
Can I replace the feta?
Yes, you can use goat cheese, robiola, or ricotta for a milder variant.
What type of pistachio to use?
Use a 100% unsweetened pistachio cream, preferably from Bronte or artisanal.
Does the base need to be baked?
No, it’s a cold savory cheesecake, the base sets in the fridge.
How far in advance can I prepare it?
You can make it even 1 day in advance, it keeps perfectly in the refrigerator.
Can the single-serving savory cheesecake also be served as a main dish?
Better as an appetizer or finger food, but it can elegantly start a meal.
