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Cheese & DairyIntermediate15 min
Whipped Feta, Fig, and Prosciutto Crostini
This crostini is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors, making it an ideal appetizer for any gathering. The creamy, whipped feta provides a smooth base for the salty prosciutto and the sweet, jammy figs. A drizzle of balsamic glaze finishes this sophisticated bite.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- •tablespoons olive oil
- •oz feta cheese, crumbled
- •oz cream cheese, softened
- •tablespoon milk or heavy cream
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- •fresh figs, thinly sliced (or 2 tablespoons fig jam)
- •slices prosciutto, thinly sliced and torn
- •tablespoon balsamic glaze
- •Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast for 8 minutes
- 2minutes until golden and crisp.
- 3While the bread toasts, prepare the whipped feta. In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta, softened cream cheese, milk, and black pepper. Process until completely smooth and creamy.
- 4Spread a generous layer of the whipped feta mixture onto each toasted crostini.
- 5Top each crostini with a small piece of torn prosciutto and a slice of fresh fig (or a dollop of fig jam).
- 6Drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze and garnish with a small fresh mint leaf before serving.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
For a perfect wine pairing, serve this crostini with a crisp, slightly sweet white wine like a dry Rosé or a chilled Prosecco, which will complement the salty prosciutto and sweet figs.
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