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Cheese & DairyBeginner15 min
Fig and Prosciutto Crostini with Balsamic Drizzle
This crostini perfectly balances the salty, savory notes of thinly sliced prosciutto with the sweet, jammy texture of fresh figs. Creamy goat cheese provides a tangy base, all brought together by a bright, syrupy balsamic glaze. It's an elegant appetizer that captures the essence of late summer.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •oz soft goat cheese (chèvre), softened
- •fresh figs, thinly sliced
- •slices prosciutto, thinly sliced and torn
- •tablespoon balsamic glaze
- •Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- 2Bake for 8 minutes
- 3minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- 4Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese onto each toasted crostini.
- 5Top the goat cheese with a piece of torn prosciutto and a slice or two of fresh fig.
- 6Drizzle the crostini with balsamic glaze and finish with a light dusting of black pepper before serving.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a perfect wine pairing, serve this crostini with a crisp, dry Rosé or a light-bodied, slightly chilled Pinot Noir, as the acidity will cut through the richness of the cheese and prosciutto.
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