Description
Delicious bites of creamy mozzarella wrapped in crispy prosciutto, drizzled with balsamic glaze and garnished with fresh basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices of prosciutto
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set it to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the mozzarella: Slice mozzarella into 1-2 inch chunks.
- Wrap the mozzarella: Take a slice of prosciutto and wrap it around each piece of mozzarella. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Arrange on a baking sheet: Lay wraps on the baking sheet with space between them.
- Drizzle with olive oil: Add a light drizzle over the bites and sprinkle with black pepper.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until prosciutto is crispy.
- Finish with garnishes: Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh basil.
- Serve warm: Enjoy these bites while warm for the best flavor.
Notes
Use well-drained mozzarella to prevent sogginess. Customize with different herbs for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg