Mozzarella Beef Prosciutto Crostini (Printable)

Crispy baguette topped with melted mozzarella, roast beef, prosciutto, basil, and balsamic glaze.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 French baguette, sliced into 16 pieces

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced

04 - 4 ounces thinly sliced roast beef

05 - 4 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto

06 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

07 - 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with olive oil.

02 - Bake slices for 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.

03 - Top each crostini with a slice of mozzarella. Return to oven for 2 minutes until cheese begins to soften.

04 - Remove from oven. Layer each piece with a small portion of roast beef and a slice of prosciutto.

05 - Finish with fresh basil leaves, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

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They come together in under 30 minutes but look like something from a fancy Italian restaurant
The combination of hot crusty bread and cool delicate prosciutto creates the most incredible temperature and texture contrast

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Do not skip flipping the bread halfway through or you will end up with one side burnt and the other side sad and soggy
The mozzarella only needs 2 minutes back in the oven, any longer and it will separate and get oily
Assemble these right before serving because the bread starts to soften after about 20 minutes

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If the mozzarella is too wet, pat it gently with paper towels before topping the toast
Room temperature ingredients make assembly easier and the flavors taste more vibrant