Toasted bread with camembert, prosciutto, and balsamic onions: a creamy, flavorful, and quick-to-prepare starter, perfect for a sophisticated dinner or an elegant appetizer.
If you’re looking for a simple yet gourmet appetizer, toasted bread with camembert, prosciutto, and balsamic onions is the perfect choice. This mix of flavors combines the creaminess of camembert with the delicacy and savoriness of prosciutto, while the caramelized onions with balsamic glaze add a sweet and slightly tangy note that completes the dish. The result is a balanced, delicious appetizer, ready in just a few minutes.
The recipe is ideal for both an informal appetizer and for enriching a dinner with friends or family. You only need a few quality ingredients, like a fragrant bread to toast, soft camembert, and good quality prosciutto, and you’re set. The golden onions, slightly sautéed with a drizzle of oil and deglazed with balsamic glaze, give the dish an inviting aroma and unique flavor, making every bite irresistible.
To finish, you can add a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley, which not only adds color but also a note of freshness to the mix. It’s a versatile recipe that can also accommodate slight variations: for example, you can choose whole grain or multigrain bread for a more rustic flavor, or add a drizzle of honey to the glaze to enhance its sweet taste.
In a few steps, you’ll have an elegant, creamy, and flavorful appetizer, perfect for serving hot directly at the table, capable of winning everyone over at the first taste.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I’ve answered some questions about this preparation. If you have any other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the contact form provided at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 8Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 177.01 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 14.34 (g) of which sugars 2.97 (g)
- Proteins 10.34 (g)
- Fat 8.64 (g) of which saturated 3.95 (g)of which unsaturated 3.31 (g)
- Fibers 0.67 (g)
- Sodium 666.34 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 70 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Toasted Bread with Camembert, Prosciutto, and Balsamic Onions
- 2 baguettes
- 5.3 oz camembert
- 4.2 oz prosciutto
- 1 golden onion
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste chopped parsley
Tools
- Pan
- Cutting board
- Baking tray
Recipe for Toasted Bread with Camembert, Prosciutto, and Balsamic Onions
Start preparing the toasted bread with camembert and prosciutto by slicing the baguettes into 8 slices.
Place the slices on the baking tray and add a little extra virgin olive oil.
Put in the oven at 392°F for 5 minutes.
Remove the bread from the oven and add the camembert sliced.
Put back in the oven for another 5 minutes.
Peel and finely slice the onion.
Sauté it in a pan over low heat with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
Season with salt and add the balsamic glaze.
Continue cooking for at least 5 minutes: the onion must become very soft, almost “creamy”.
Let it cool slightly.
Assemble the crostini: place the prosciutto on the bread.
For this recipe, I chose San Daniele.
Continue with the balsamic onion.
Add color with herbs to taste, I chose to add freshly chopped parsley.
Serve the toasted bread with camembert, prosciutto, and balsamic onions immediately.
Toasted Bread with Camembert, Prosciutto, and Balsamic Onions
With just a few simple ingredients, this toasted bread with camembert, prosciutto, and balsamic onions transforms into an elegant and super flavorful appetizer, ready to win over all your guests. The combination of creaminess, savoriness, and sweetness makes it perfect for any occasion, from brunch to an informal dinner. Try it freshly prepared, still warm, to enjoy the full mix of flavors and aromas. And remember: with fresh and quality ingredients, even a simple recipe can become special!
Also try the Red Onion Chutney
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use another type of cheese instead of camembert?
Absolutely! Creamy cheeses like brie or taleggio work very well and maintain the soft and melty texture of the dish.
What type of bread is best for this recipe?
A rustic bread, like a baguette or ciabatta, slightly toasted, is ideal to hold up the melted camembert and prosciutto without getting too soggy.
Can I prepare the toasted bread with camembert in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the balsamic onions and slice the bread in advance, but it’s best to assemble and heat the crostini right before serving to keep the camembert creamy.
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