Crispy crostini topped with salty prosciutto, gooey melted cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil are the perfect party appetizer or light lunch. This recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients and comes together in just a few minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute get-togethers. You can also get creative with your toppings and add roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
In addition to the classic prosciutto and mozzarella crostini, this article also includes recipes for:
* **Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini**: A sweet and savory combination of fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, and a touch of honey.
* **Roasted Red Pepper and Pesto Crostini**: A vegetarian option packed with flavor, featuring roasted red peppers, pesto, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
* **Avocado and Smoked Salmon Crostini**: A luxurious and elegant appetizer that combines ripe avocado, smoked salmon, and a dollop of crème fraîche.
* **Caprese Crostini**: A classic Italian combination of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, served on crispy crostini.
With so many delicious options to choose from, you're sure to find a crostini recipe that everyone will love.
CROSTINI ALLA ROMANA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place the slices of ciabatta on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake until crisp and golden around the edges, about 8 minutes. Remove the bread from the oven. Place the prosciutto slices and mozzarella on the crostini toast and return to the oven to melt the cheese, about 8 more minutes.
- Meanwhile combine the butter and the sage leaves in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until the butter is melted and starting to brown in spots and the sage leaves are crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the salt and pepper.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Transfer the crostini to a serving plate. Drizzle the crostini with the sage butter and serve immediately.
PROSCIUTTO AND BRIE CROSTINI
Top slices of baguette with Brie and broil. Then add honey and prosciutto for a creamy, sweet and savory toast.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Arrange the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet. Cut the Brie into 1/4-inch-thick slices and put 1 slice on each piece of baguette. Broil until the cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Drizzle the toasts with the honey and then top with some prosciutto and a sprinkle of thyme leaves if using.
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED CROSTINI WITH MELON SALSA CRUDO
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 37m
Yield about 24 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cut the loaf of bread in half crosswise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1-inch thick slices. Lay the slices in a single layer on baking sheets. Generously drizzle the top side of each slice with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the slices. Cook in the oven until golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside.
- Marinate the onions in the vinegar for 5 minutes. While the onion is marinating, peel, seed and dice the melon and place in a bowl. Add the diced melon to the onions, season with salt and stir to blend together. Add the minced parsley and stir to combine.
- Wrap the end of each crostini with a piece of prosciutto. Arrange on a platter and spoon a tablespoon of melon salsa on each and serve. Serve remaining salsa on the side.
CURLY ENDIVE, PROSCIUTTO AND MOZZARELLA ON BRUSCHETTA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Arrange the bread slices on 2 heavy large baking sheets. Brush 3 tablespoons of oil over the bread slices. Bake until the crostini are pale golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
- Wrap 1 curly endive and 1 slice of cheese with 1 slice of prosciutto, allowing the tops to extend 1-inch over 1 long side of the prosciutto. Arrange the crostini on a platter. Top each crostini with a prosciutto roll. Drizzle the vinaigrette over and serve.
- Mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender. With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil. Season the vinaigrette, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired.
PROSCIUTTO AND MOZZARELLA CROSTINI
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories easy, quick, appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 24 crostini
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake the slices of bread on a baking sheet until lightly browned (about 10 minutes). The slices of bread may be toasted under a broiler or on a grill instead.
- Preheat broiler. Spread the slices with green-olive paste, top with slices of prosciutto and then with the mozzarella.
- Broil the cheese until it melts. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 64, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 294 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
PROSCIUTTO-BASIL CROSTINI
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly brush both sides of each bread slice with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in oven until pale golden, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer sheet to a wire rack; let crostini cool completely.
- Divide basil leaves and folded slices of prosciutto among crostini. Drizzle with oil. Season with pepper.
PROSCIUTTO & SAGE CROSTINI
Make and share this Prosciutto & Sage Crostini recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SpicyGodess
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Slice bread on the diagonal (eg. ///) approximately ½" thick. Place sliced bread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
- Brown ¼ cup of butter in a pan - when putting the butter in the pan add sage leaves (the number of bread slices you have), add salt and pepper to taste while allowing all ingredients to brown together in the butter. Remember, the prosciutto is a cured ham, thus there is salt already in the meat, do not add too much into your butter.
- Place one slice of prosciutto on each slice of bread - making sure the prosciutto is not hanging over a lot on the bread (kind of clump it, making little waves in the meat).
- Slice the mozzarella in ¼" thick slices (the number of bread slices you have), and place on top of the prosciutto.
- At 350°, bake the bread in the oven until the mozzarella is melted and just barely turning golden.
- Take the bread out of the oven, and spoon your browned butter over top of each slice of bread, don't over use the butter or everything will be mushy.
- Place one sage leave on top of each slice, and now you're ready to serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 943, Carbohydrate 96.3, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 4.4, Protein 20.1
CROSTINI WITH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO
I had this in an Italian Restaurant close to home. This is my version. Make extra because these little treats disappear rather quickly.
Provided by ELEANOR1052
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Canapes and Crostini Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven's broiler. Brush the slices of bread lightly with olive oil, and place on a baking sheet. Toast under the broiler for about 3 minutes. Watch carefully. Rub each crostini with a garlic clove for flavor.
- Place the tomatoes into a medium bowl, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the crostini on a serving tray. Top each one with a slice of mozzarella cheese, cover with a spoonful of tomatoes, and garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 17.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 453 mg, Sugar 4 g
CROSTINI WITH PROSCIUTTO, FIGS, AND MINT
Provided by Jamie Oliver
Categories Fruit Herb Pork Appetizer Cocktail Party Valentine's Day Quick & Easy Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes about 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Grill your slices of ciabatta. While they're still hot, rub them gently with the cut side of the garlic and drizzle with good-quality extra virgin olive oil.
- Tear the figs in half, then drape a piece of prosciutto over each of your hot crostini and squash a piece of a fig on top. Finish with mint leaves and serve drizzled with a little extra virgin olive oil, a drop of balsamic vinegar, and some freshly ground black pepper.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your crostini will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful bread, ripe tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese.
- Don't overcrowd the crostini. When assembling the crostini, don't pile on too many toppings. You want each bite to have a good balance of flavors and textures.
- Broil the crostini until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will help to create a crispy, golden crust on the bread and melt the cheese perfectly.
- Serve the crostini immediately. Crostini are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. If you're making them ahead of time, store them in the refrigerator and reheat them in the oven before serving.
Conclusion:
Prosciutto and mozzarella crostini are a delicious and easy appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with just a few simple ingredients and can be assembled in minutes. Whether you're serving them at a party, potluck, or just as a snack, these crostini are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give prosciutto and mozzarella crostini a try. You won't be disappointed!
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