This easy appetizer pairs prosciutto, goat cheese and fig jam in a perfect blend of tastes! Prosciutto cheese rolls are just right for your next party.
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Why we love this recipe
I have a special nook in my fridge that is reserved for all different kinds of jams and jellies and preserves. Strawberry jam, banana jam…I don’t think I have ever met a jam I didn’t love…but I have a special place in my heart for fig jam.
I love fig jam for so many things (looking at you, fig jam and cheese bites!) but these prosciutto goat cheese rolls are at the top of my list. Slices of salty prosciutto spread with creamy goat cheese, sweet fig jam and whatever little greens you have on hand.
Drizzle them with a little lemon vinaigrette, roll them up, cut them in half and voila! A speedy, fancy little appetizer that is packed with all kinds of flavor.
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Ingredient notes and substitutions
- Prosciutto: This cured pork is fully cooked, so all you have to do with it is buy it! You can find it pre-packaged in your supermarket, and also at the deli department. I usually go to the deli so I can get exactly the amount I need!
- Fig Jam: Sometimes this delectable jam is in with the other jams, and sometimes it is with the fancy cheeses. If you can’t find fig jam you can use apricot or peach.
- Greens: Any type of small greens will work – we like basil, but you can use microgreens, small arugula or frisee leaves or even mint!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities and nutritional information.
How to make this recipe
STEP 1: Whisk oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a small bowl and set aside
STEP 2: Mix goat cheese and garlic together in another small bowl and set aside.
STEP 3: Spread a thin layer of the goat cheese mixture on each piece of prosciutto, spread a thin layer of fig preserves over cheese, and top with a few greens. Drizzle with some of the lemon vinaigrette and season to taste with pepper.
STEP 4: Roll prosciutto up around filling and cut them in half. Arrange on serving platter, seam side down. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
You are now done, and you have a lovely plate of prosciutto/goat cheese/fig jam heaven.
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PrintProsciutto Cheese Rolls
This easy appetizer pairs prosciutto, goat cheese and fig jam in a perfect blend of tastes! Prosciutto cheese rolls are just right for your next party.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 6 oz. soft goat cheese, at room temperature
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- 12 slices (not paper-thin) prosciutto, halved crosswise
- 1/2 cup fig preserves
- Your choice of fresh greens (arugula, frisee lettuce, fresh oregano, fresh basil, etc.
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice together in a small bowl and set aside. Mix goat cheese and garlic together in another small bowl and set aside.
- Spread a thin layer of the goat cheese mixture on each piece of prosciutto, spread a thin layer of fig preserves over cheese, and top with a few greens.
- Drizzle with some of the lemon vinaigrette and season to taste with pepper.
- Roll prosciutto up around filling and cut them in half. Arrange on serving platter, seam side down. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
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- Prosciutto: This cured pork is fully cooked, so all you have to do with it is buy it! You can find it pre-packaged in your supermarket, and also at the deli department. I usually go to the deli so I can get exactly the amount I need!
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- Fig Jam: Sometimes this delectable jam is in with the other jams, and sometimes it is with the fancy cheeses. If you can’t find fig jam you can use apricot or peach.
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- Greens: Any type of small greens will work – we like basil, but you can use microgreens, small arugula or frisee leaves or even mint!
Robyn says
I actually made these as a dinner, entrée one night for my husband, and he didn’t even need anything else to eat! Delicious!
tiffany says
Great recipe!! Is this something that you can make the night before and store it in the fridge?
Thanks!
You definitely can! Just take them out about 30 minutes before serving them so the cheese has a chance to soften up a bit.
Geoff says
These look delicious! I love proscuitto but usually only have it during the holidays… This gives me a good excuse to enjoy it year round! This is such a wonderful, elegant and easy appetizer. Thanks for sharing.
Kate Morgan Jackson says
Posti4: there is a recipe in the blog archives for fig jam and cheese bites – that's definitely my other fave for using this heavenly stuff!
Laura says
Ah – fig jam sounds absolutely amazing, especially when paired with the goat cheese! I've been craving some peppery arugula for some time now too… Basically you've got me salivating all over the computer for this one! Thanks for sharing!
Fun and Fearless in Beantown says
This looks like a wonderful appetizer! I love that fig jam!
Posti4 says
Wow I was just looking at a beautiful jar of Fig spread today. I didn't get it cause I thought I would never use it up! Do you have any other uses?
Melissa @IWasBornToCook says
This looks delicious…every single part of it. Yum!
nhnoblitt says
I love the fig almond spread from the Gracious Gourmet. It would also be wonderful with this recipe!
vanillasugar says
oh my gosh i bought that same spread for a chutney pizza i made. it was so good. pricey but good.
i can't do goat cheese. tried to like it but no go. isn't fig spread fun? have fun with the rest of it
Joanne says
By hook or by crook, I am making myself a HUGE batch of fig spread this summer when they are in season. Even if it costs me every organ in my body. And then I am going to make these and eat them possibly every day that ends in "y". ever and anon. And I will be so happy. Love this salty savory sweet thing going on.
Melissa says
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