Mozzarella Beef Prosciutto Crostini (Printable)

Golden baguette slices layered with melted mozzarella, roast beef, and prosciutto, garnished with basil and balsamic.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Base

01 - 1 French baguette, sliced into 16 pieces
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Cheese & Meats

03 - 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
04 - 4 ounces thinly sliced roast beef
05 - 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto

→ Garnish

06 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
07 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Bake for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
02 - Top each crostini with a slice of mozzarella. Return to the oven for 2 minutes, just until the cheese begins to soften.
03 - Remove from the oven. Layer each with a small piece of roast beef and a slice of prosciutto.
04 - Garnish with fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of warm melty cheese and salty cured meat is pure magic
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble in seconds before guests arrive
02 -
  • Watch the mozzarella closely in that final two minutes it goes from perfect to separated quickly
  • Let the crostini cool for just one minute after adding the meats so the prosciutto stays delicate
03 -
  • Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over the finished crostini it elevates every flavor
  • If your balsamic glaze is too thick warm it for 10 seconds in the microwave

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