Description
Elegant Prosciutto Crostini deliver Italian-inspired appetizer magic in one delightful bite. Crisp bread, creamy goat cheese, and salty prosciutto combine perfectly, promising a sophisticated snack you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 slices ciabatta or Italian bread
- 4 ounces (113 grams) prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 5 ounces (142 grams) soft goat cheese
Cheese and Spread:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) pesto
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon (7.5 milliliters) honey
Aromatics and Garnish:
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 handful of spinach leaves, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a moderate temperature of 350°F, ensuring an even warmth for toasting the bread.
- Create a flavor-enhancing glaze by whisking together tangy balsamic vinegar, sweet honey, and fragrant olive oil, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper for depth.
- In a skillet, gently sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil until they become translucent and aromatic, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Pour the prepared balsamic mixture into the skillet, allowing it to simmer and reduce for a brief moment, creating a rich, glossy coating for the onions.
- Remove the skillet from heat and fold in delicate spinach ribbons, letting the residual warmth wilt the leaves slightly and meld the flavors together.
- Take slices of bread and generously spread a creamy layer of goat cheese, followed by a dollop of vibrant green pesto, creating a luxurious base.
- Transfer the prepared bread slices to a baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven, warming them until the cheese softens and the edges turn golden.
- Carefully drape thin, silky slices of prosciutto over the warm, cheese-covered bread, creating an elegant and inviting presentation.
- Top each crostini with a spoonful of the caramelized onion and spinach mixture, adding a final layer of complexity and color.
- Serve immediately while still warm, allowing the flavors to mingle and the textures to complement each other perfectly.
Notes
- Swap baguette with gluten-free bread for celiac-friendly version, ensuring everyone can enjoy this appetizer.
- Reduce honey for lower sugar content, making the recipe diabetic-friendly and heart-healthy.
- Use plant-based cheese and vegan prosciutto alternative for vegetarian guests, maintaining the original flavor profile.
- Let ingredients sit at room temperature before preparing to enhance blend of flavors and improve overall texture of the crostini.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg