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    Prosciutto Appetizer with Cream Cheese and Crackers

    Published: Jul 3, 2021 · Modified: Aug 3, 2021 by Ajoke · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Quick and easy prosciutto appetizer recipe that is no-cook and fun to make, ritz crackers topped with whipped cream cheese and prosciutto roses, perfect bite appetizer to impress your guest. Pair with Chardonnay or any other wine or drink of choice.

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    a platter of crackers and procuitto roses placed beside a glass of white wine.

    Prosciutto Appetizers with Cream Cheese and crackers recipe

    Wow your guest with this prosciutto appetizer without breaking a sweat. This recipe is perfect finger food for  games night, girls night, summer parties, dinner parties, and many more.

    The combination of prosciutto, creamy cream cheese, honey for sweetness, chives and crackers is like a party in your mouth without the loud noise. Prosciutto go well with any cheese you pair it with, it is

    • Light
    • Fresh
    • Elegant
    • Delicious

    This is an affordable party food that can be made ahead or time. You can make the chive cream cheese filling a few hours ahead. If you love Parma ham, here is another beautiful and delicious way to serve it as an appetizer or snack.

    There are so many ways to serve prosciutto as an appetizer and todays recipe is just one of them, I will be updating the blog soon with many more.

    Related posts: here are other recipes that would be perfect for an afternoon tea, ham and cream cheese tortilla wrap, and fresh strawberry cake.

    the close shot of the bite size crackers and cream cheese appetizer.

    What is prosciutto?

    It is an Italian dry cured ham that is thinly sliced and mostly served uncooked as antipasto, it is slightly salty with a hint of sweetness (more pronounced when cooked), it is light and buttery.

    Ingredients

    Prosciutto

    Mascarpone: this can be substituted with cream cheese

    Honey

    Chives

    Salt and pepper

    Ritz crackers: substitute with any crackers of choice, I personally love seeded crackers and puff crackers.

    Fresh basil to garnish

    the ingredients needed to make the recipe.

    How to make prosciutto appetizer with cream cheese

    Make the cream cheese spread: To a small mixing bowl add mascarpone (cream cheese), honey, chopped chives, salt and black pepper and stir to combine. Taste and adjust to preference then set aside. You can place it in the fridge until it is needed.

    the process shot of mixing the cream cheese with chives.

    Make prosciutto roses: cut each prosciutto with a scissors lengthwise. Working on one rose at a time, fold each prosciutto into two lengthwise (horizontally) and twist it loosely then wrap into a circle to form a rose.

    the process shot of making prosciutto roses.

    Assemble: Place the crackers onto a platter of choice, dollop about a teaspoon of the chive cream cheese filling on each cracker. Carefully place the prosciutto on the cream cheese pressing gently so it sits nicely on the cracker. (be careful not to be heavy-handed when doing this in other not to break the delicate biscuit) garnish with fresh basil leaves.

    the process shot of assembling crackers with cream cheese and procuitto.

    Serve and enjoy

    a close shot of a platter of bite size appetizer.

    Tips

    • Not a fan of crackers or would prefer something more filling, swap the crackers for biscuits, bruschetta or crostini.
    • Swap the cream cheese for goat cheese
    • Add any spices of choice to the cream cheese to make it yours
    • Swap the honey for maple syrup or glazed balsamic vinegar if you prefer.
    the front view of ritz cracker topped with cream cheese and parm ham rose.

    FAQs

    Can this be made ahead of time

    Yes, you can make it some few hours ahead of time, say  1 to 3 hours before serving provided the filling is not wet. That said, for the best result, make the filling ahead and assemble the whole dish just before serving.

    Is it safe to eat prosciutto?

    Yes, it is safe to eat prosciutto, the process of making and preserving the dry-cured ham makes it safe for consumption. It is delicious, especially in sandwiches.

    How much prosciutto and crackers per person

    Depending on the numbers of people you are catering for, allow about 2 to 3 pieces of this bite-size appetizer per person

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    an oval platter of crackers and procuitto roses.

    Prosciutto Appetizers with Cream Cheese and Crackers

    Ajoke
    Quick and easy prosciutto appetizer recipe that is no cook and fun to make, ritz crackers topped with whipped cream cheese and prosciutto roses, perfect bite appetizer to impress your guest. Pair with Chardonnay or any other wine or drink of choice.
    4.67 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course antipasto, Appetizer
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 20 pieces
    Calories 50 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 10 Prosciutto slices
    • 100 g cream cheese or as needed if you will be doubling the recipe
    • 1 tsp honey or as needed
    • 1 tbsp chives finely chopped
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 20 Ritz crackers substitute with any crackers of choice. I personally love seeded crackers and puff crackers.
    • Fresh basil to garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Make the cream cheese spread: To a small mixing bowl add mascarpone (cream cheese), honey, chopped chives, salt and black pepper and stir to combine. Taste and adjust to preference then set aside. You can place it in the fridge until it is needed.
    • Make prosciutto roses: cut each prosciutto with a scissors lengthwise. Working on one rose at a time, fold each prosciutto into two lengthwise (horizontally) and twist it loosely then wrap into a circle to form a rose.
    • Assemble: place the cracker on to a platter of choice, dollop about a teaspoon of the chive cream cheese filling on each cracker. Carefully place the prosciutto on the cream cheese pressing gently so it sits nicely on the cracker. (be careful not to be heavy handed when doing this in other not to break the delicate biscuit)
      Garnish with fresh basil leaves, serve and enjoy

    Notes

    FAQs
    Can this be made ahead of time
    Yes, you can make it some few hours ahead of time, say 1 to 3 hours before serving provided the filling is not wet. That said, for the best result, make the filling ahead and assemble the whole dish just before serving.
    How much prosciutto and crackers per person
    depending on the numbers of people you are catering for, allow about 2 to 3 pieces of this bite-size appetizer per person

    Nutrition

    Calories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 69mgPotassium: 19mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword prosciutto appetizer, prosciutto appetizer with cream cheese
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    1. Buffy says

      April 27, 2023 at 7:36 pm

      Hi. Is it cream cheese as in Philadelphia Cream Cheese block or is it mascarpone cheese which is soft and spreadable with a subtle taste? I'm thinking its the latter but wanted to confirm. The recipe confused me. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Olu says

        May 01, 2023 at 9:55 pm

        Hello Buffy, I apologize for the confusion. I used mascarpone for this recipe but it can be substituted with cream cheese such as Philadelphia. I am just realizing the ingredient image state cream cheese. That will be fixed ASAP. Thank you and I hope you get to try this recipe.

        Reply
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