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Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini

Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini

Delightful appetizer featuring figs, blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto, perfect for entertaining.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 crostinis
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 loaf Baguette A crusty baguette for the perfect base.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For drizzling over the baguette.
  • 4 ounces Principe Italian Prosciutto Crudo Adds a savory note.
  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola Creamy blue cheese.
  • 4 medium Figs Fresh figs for sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Clear honey For drizzling on top.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  2. Slice the baguette into ½-inch pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the baguette slices.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  4. Toast the baguette slices in the oven for about 8-10 minutes.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  5. Prepare the toppings by slicing the figs and crumbling the Gorgonzola.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  6. Assemble the crostini by topping each slice with Gorgonzola, a slice of fig, and a piece of prosciutto.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini
  7. Finish by drizzling clear honey over each crostini.
    Fig, Blue Cheese & Crispy Prosciutto Crostini

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Consider garnishing with fresh thyme for added elegance. Toast the bread carefully to prevent burning.

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