Ripe juicy summer figs & salty Italian ham come together in the ultimate sweet & savory bite. This quick and easy appetizer will impress with little effort. In 15-minute this recipe for Roasted Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs is ready to enjoy.
Enjoy this recipe whenever figs are in season. Some varieties like Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Calimyrna, & Celeste are ready to enjoy all summer & into early Fall here in the USA. Just before winter hits you may find Sierra, Tiger, or Kadota figs still in season.
This was inspired by my recipe for Fig & Brie Bruschetta. Both highlight figs and make a lovely first course, small plate, or appetizer. Put these out on a charcuterie board with nuts, salami, cheeses, crackers, & savory Taralli, Black Pepper Cookies.
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Ingredients for Roasted Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs
Not rocket science, this recipe is just 2 simple ingredients. Plus a bonus optional ingredient. For an added punch of flavor, top the figs with blue cheese before wrapping with prosciutto.
- Fresh Figs - I am using large ripe juicy Mission Figs for sweet flavor.
- Prosciutto - Thinly sliced prosciutto is perfect for wrapping around the fruit. This cured ham brings added salt & a savory touch.
- Blue Cheese - The optional ingredient adds a tangy & sharp contrast to the sweet & salty appetizer.
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Roast Figs with Prosciutto
This Italian appetizer couldn't be more simple. Like my recipe for Fried Spaghetti with Eggs, it's ready in just 3 easy steps & 15 minute. It's a great last-minute recipe that is fancy & gourmet, without a lot of fuss.
Here are the easy steps for making roasted prosciutto-wrapped figs:
- Wash and Cut the Figs
- Wrap Figs in Prosciutto
- Oven-Roast the Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs
1 - Wash and Cut the Figs
Before prepping the ingredients, start preheating your oven. Set it to 400° & grab a baking sheet. My baking sheet is well-loved and seasoned so most things do not stick. But I recommend using a cooking spray or lining the pan with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the fresh figs. Remove any stems. Using a sharp knife, stand up each fig and slice each in half vertically. (if the bottoms appear tough, slice horizontally to remove "the eye or ostiole")
2 - Wrap Figs in Prosciutto
Line up the figs with the cut side facing up on a baking sheet. Space them out and top some with blue cheese if using it.
Slice each piece of prosciutto horizontally so one slice becomes 2 long narrow strips. Wrap each strip around each fig half with the ends coming together on the top.
Hint: If the prosciutto is hard to separate, try my "freezer trick". Place the package in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes. As it chills, the slices will be not as soft which allows them to pull apart easily. I do this same trick when cooking a few slices of bacon in the toaster oven.
This recipe can be made ahead of time. It is great for parties or holidays when you are cooking a lot. Assemble them up to a day ahead of time. Simply bake them just before serving.
3 - Oven-Roast the Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs
Once the oven is preheated, place the figs on the center rack to cook. Roast the figs for 5 minutes.
Once they are done, carefully remove them from the baking sheet to a plate for serving. They will be hot and soft so I like to use a slotted spoon to move them.
This recipe is fast. All the ingredients are safe to eat raw, so baking them in the oven is all about added flavor and texture.
When oven-roasting figs, they soften and become sweeter as the natural fruit sugar heats up. The prosciutto doesn't need to be cooked, the oven is simply crisping up the edges for added crunch.
Substitutions & Variations
Here are some great recipe variations & ingredient substitutions that can be made. Add, omit, or use one of these alternatives for other delicious recipe ideas for figs & prosciutto. These may help you enjoy this recipe even with dietary, health, or personal nutritional preferences.
Substitutions
- Figs - Instead of Mission Black figs, use other fresh varieties
- Prosciutto - Use a different thinly sliced dry-cured ham if you cannot find this, try Serrano, black forest ham, or pancetta.
- Blue Cheese - Use another pungent and strong cheese like gorgonzola. Or try a dollop of soft cheese like goat cheese, ricotta, or cream cheese.
Variations
- Spicy - Add a sprinkle of red chili flakes on top before roasting.
- Deluxe - Drizzle with balsamic vinegar or hot honey just before serving.
- Nutty - Add crushed pistachios on the figs before wrapping.
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Storing & Reheating
Enjoy this recipe best they are hot & fresh from the oven. Should you have extras, place leftovers in a container with an air-tight lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy them cold, at room temperature, or reheat them in a hot oven or toaster oven for a few minutes. I do not recommend freezing these.
Top Tips
All of these great tips are shared in the post. But these are so good and important they are worth mentioning again so you don't miss them.
- Use fresh figs that are ripe.
- Slice the figs in half so they are bite-sized.
- Chill the prosciutto in the freezer for awhile to help separate slices.
- Cutting the prosciutto into narrow strips makes it easier to wrap around the figs.
- Enjoy while hot & fresh from the oven.
- Assemble them ahead of time and bake just before serving.
FAQ
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Figs are amazing eaten raw or cooked. For this recipe the added step of oven cooking them brings out the sweetness. However, if you wish to make this a 5-minute recipe, all the ingredients can be eaten cold or at room temperature - great for packing for beach days or camping, lunches on the go, or to enjoy with a glass of wine on a picnic.
Prosciutto is a dry cured ham. The Italian meat has origins in Parma. It is not from teh pork belly of the big;therefore, is not a type of bacon.
What to Serve with Roasted Figs...
Start off a great Italian meal with these prosciutto-wrapped figs. These are my favorite dishes to serve as a main dish after these yummy little bites.
Roasted Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs
Equipment
- baking sheet
Ingredients
- 6 fresh figs
- 6 slices prosciutto
- 2 tablespoons blue cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray if needed.
- Wash and dry the fresh figs. Remove any stems. Using a sharp knife, stand up each fig and slice each in half vertically. If the base/bottom is tough or woody, slice it off.
- Place the figs, cut side up, on the baking sheet & top with blue cheese, if using it.
- Cut each slice of prosciutto in half longways. This is so each strip is a long narrow piece & now you have 12 strips. Wrap each strip around each fig half with the ends coming together on the top.
- Once the oven is preheated, place the figs on the center rack to cook. Roast the figs for 5 minutes.
- Using a spoon, lift the figs gently off the baking sheet & arrange on a serving platter.** the figs will be soft so using tongs will squish them, a spoon is best.
- Serve while warm. For added flavor drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Enjoy!
Notes
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 6 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 150 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 1.6g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.8g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium 210mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.3g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 11g | |
| Protein 4.6g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 76mg | 6% |
| Iron 1mg | 3% |
| Potassium 48mg | 1% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |
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