Description
A deliciously simple bruschetta topped with creamy burrata, savory prosciutto, and fresh basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Baguette or Italian bread
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 ounces Fresh burrata cheese
- 4 ounces Prosciutto
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for toasting.
- Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick slices, aiming for uniformity for even toasting.
- Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil to promote a perfect, crispy crust, then arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for about 5-7 minutes, watching closely until golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the slices to cool slightly.
- Top each slice generously with a piece of burrata cheese, allowing it to slightly spill over the edges.
- Layer a few slices of prosciutto over the cheese, letting it drape artfully.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze atop each bruschetta and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately and watch as your guests devour this delightful appetizer!
Notes
Assemble the bruschetta just before serving to maintain crunch. You can pre-toast the bread a few hours ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg