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A macro shot of crispy prosciutto appetizer cups arranged elegantly on a white platter. Each cup is filled with creamy whipped ricotta.

Crispy Prosciutto Appetizer: The Easiest Fancy Snack

Discover how to make the ultimate Crispy Prosciutto Appetizer with this easy recipe. Perfect for parties, these elegant, crunchy bites can be made into cups or shards for a versatile, crowd-pleasing snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Core Recipe
  • 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto Good quality, like Prosciutto di Parma.
For Whipped Ricotta & Fig Cups
  • 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fig jam
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze For drizzling.
  • Fresh basil leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Mini Muffin Tin (optional) Only needed for making prosciutto cups.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the prosciutto slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. For cups, gently press slices into a mini muffin tin.
  3. Bake for 8-12 minutes, watching carefully, until the edges are golden and the prosciutto is crisp.
  4. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes on the pan. It will get crispier as it cools.
  5. Serve as is, or fill the cups. To make the Whipped Ricotta & Fig variation, whip the ricotta until smooth, pipe or spoon into the cooled cups, and top with fig jam, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Notes

Watch the prosciutto very closely in the oven, as it can go from perfectly crisp to burnt in under a minute.
For best results, use paper-thin slices of a quality prosciutto.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, though they are best enjoyed fresh.