Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Bites
Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cantaloupe, medium, ripe, seeded and peeled
- 1/2 honeydew melon, medium, ripe, seeded and peeled
- 8 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, small, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 2
Cut the peeled cantaloupe and honeydew melon halves into 1-inch cubes. You should aim for approximately 32 cubes in total (16 of each melon type).
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Lay the prosciutto slices flat on a cutting board. Cut each slice in half lengthwise, creating 16 longer, thinner strips.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Carefully wrap one strip of prosciutto around each melon cube, ensuring it is snug. Place the wrapped melon bites seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 7 min
- 5
Lightly brush the top of each prosciutto-wrapped melon bite with extra virgin olive oil. This will help the prosciutto crisp up nicely.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy and slightly browned. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 375
- 7
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Arrange the crispy prosciutto-wrapped melon bites on a serving platter.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
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Crispy Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cantaloupe, medium, ripe, seeded and peeled
- 1/2 honeydew melon, medium, ripe, seeded and peeled
- 8 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, small, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 2
Cut the peeled cantaloupe and honeydew melon halves into 1-inch cubes. You should aim for approximately 32 cubes in total (16 of each melon type).
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Lay the prosciutto slices flat on a cutting board. Cut each slice in half lengthwise, creating 16 longer, thinner strips.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Carefully wrap one strip of prosciutto around each melon cube, ensuring it is snug. Place the wrapped melon bites seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
⏱️ 7 min - 5
Lightly brush the top of each prosciutto-wrapped melon bite with extra virgin olive oil. This will help the prosciutto crisp up nicely.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy and slightly browned. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 375 - 7
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Arrange the crispy prosciutto-wrapped melon bites on a serving platter.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Drizzle generously with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving immediately.
⏱️ 1 min