Burrata & Prosciutto Crostini: 20-Minute Masterpiece
An elegant appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with creamy burrata, salty prosciutto, and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect for entertaining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16-20 crostini
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden and toasted. Let cool slightly.
- Top each toasted baguette slice with a piece of burrata cheese.
- Gently tear prosciutto slices and drape them over the burrata.
- Drizzle with additional olive oil, and balsamic glaze if desired.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if using.
Notes
- Ensure the burrata is at room temperature for the best creamy texture.
- Prosciutto can be brittle; handle it gently when draping.
- Experiment with adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 crostini
- Calories: Approximately 150-200 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 1-2g
- Sodium: Approximately 200-300mg
- Fat: Approximately 10-15g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 6-9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 10-15g
- Fiber: Approximately 1g
- Protein: Approximately 5-7g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 15-20mg