Italian Prosciutto Cups

Delight your guests with the savory elegance of Italian Prosciutto Cups, a gourmet appetizer that's as stunning as it is delicious. These crispy prosciutto cups are baked to perfection and filled with a creamy ricotta-Parmesan mixture infused with garlic and herbs, creating the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Topped with fresh basil, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of olive oil, this bite-sized Italian-inspired recipe is bursting with Mediterranean goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, these low-carb, gluten-free marvels are an ideal choice for entertaining or a sophisticated snack. Impress your taste buds with this simple yet refined appetizer that’s guaranteed to steal the show.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Prosciutto slices
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 6 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.

Step 2

Take 12 slices of prosciutto and carefully press each slice into a cup of the muffin tin, molding it to the shape of the tin to form small cups.

Step 3

Bake the prosciutto cups in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they become crispy. Remove from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes.

Step 4

While the prosciutto cups are baking, prepare the filling. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and slice the cherry tomatoes into halves.

Step 6

Gently remove the cooled prosciutto cups from the muffin tin and place them on a serving platter.

Step 7

Fill each prosciutto cup with a spoonful of the ricotta mixture. Top with a few pieces of chopped basil and a half cherry tomato.

Step 8

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the top of each filled cup for added flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your elegant Italian appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	727.9 grams (727.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1429

Total Fat 106.10g	136%
Saturated Fat 46.70g	234%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 411mg	137%
Sodium 8801mg	383%
Total Carbohydrate 20.20g	7%
Dietary Fiber 1.60g	6%
Total Sugars 3.30g
Protein 120.90g	242%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1253mg	96%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2205mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.9%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 5.3%