Bruschetta with Figs and Sweet Prosciutto
- Energy Kcal 417
- Carbohydrates g 41.6
- of which sugars g 9.7
- Protein g 20.8
- Fats g 18.6
- of which saturated fat g 9.64
- Fiber g 2.2
- Cholesterol mg 63
- Sodium mg 1820
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 5 min
- Makes: 4 pieces
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Bruschetta with figs and sweet prosciutto brings that classic Italian vibe to the table—especially when you're craving something easy and a bit fancy. This fig and prosciutto bruschetta? It is all about that sweet and tender thing from fresh figs, paired with those delicate, moist slices of prosciutto crudo dolce. Seriously good. What really sets it apart is how it combines simple, seasonal stuff. You get crispy toasted bread, a slather of creamy cheese, and then boom—pop of fruit and salty meat.
In many parts of Italy, people put this out for an aperitivo, usually with a glass of wine and good company. It's not the kind of dish that needs a lot of fuss, but it always feels kinda special. The cheese underneath? Adds just enough richness—making every bite more creamy and satisfying, especially when the bread has that crunch from being toasted just right. Can't go wrong.
A lot of folks swap in different cheeses or go vegetarian, showing how flexible this fig and prosciutto appetizer can be. Even at lunch, the fig and prosciutto crostini idea works great for something quick that doesn’t feel basic. So, so satisfying. The mix of sweet figs and the light, delicate prosciutto hits that sweet-and-salty spot Italians love. And you know what? It’s perfect for sharing when friends drop by.
In regions where figs are super fresh, you’ll find this combo gets even more juicy and tender, and sometimes a drizzle of honey shows up for an extra sweet kick. Really tasty. It's a go-to in summer and early fall, when figs are at their best. Thing is, it works whenever you need a simple snack with style. Folks who like experimenting might try different breads, but a crusty Italian loaf is always a winner for that main fig and prosciutto pairing.
With just a handful of ingredients and barely any prep, this fig and prosciutto toast brings together all the best things about Italian starters: easy, crispy, and totally inviting. Really, really good.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for 4 bruschetta
- Bread 7.1 oz (200 g) - Pugliese (Apulian) bread
- Figs 7 oz (200 g)
- Prosciutto crudo 3.5 oz (100 g) - sweet (8 slices)
- Robiola cheese 0.9 cup (200 g)
- Chives 5 fili
- Acacia honey 1 tbsp (20 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Bruschetta with Figs and Sweet Prosciutto
To prepare the bruschetta with figs and sweet prosciutto, cut the loaf of bread into four slices of equal thickness 1. Heat a grill and toast the bread for a few minutes on each side (2-3). Set the bruschetta aside.
Now make the cheese spread. Rinse the chives and chop them finely 4. Combine them in a bowl with the robiola cheese 5 and mix the ingredients well 6.
Season with salt and pepper 7 and set aside. Proceed with the figs: rinse them, cut them in half and cut each half into three pieces 8. Brush them with honey all over 9.
Place them on a very hot grill 10: cook them for a few seconds on each side, taking care to turn them with kitchen tongs 11. Now everything is ready to assemble the bruschetta. Take a slice of bread and spread the robiola and chive cream on it 12.
Lay two thin slices of prosciutto crudo in the center of the slice of bread 13 and arrange the fig slices around them 14. Repeat the operation for the other slices of bread. Your bruschetta with figs and sweet prosciutto is now ready to be served 15!