Continuing on with my summer peach obsession, today I’m bringing you a simple & elegant appetizer. Doesn’t it look just gorgeous? We all really enjoyed looking at it for the five minutes it survived before being scarfed down by my rabid foodie friends!
I made two versions: The first (and my favorite) was peach slices wrapped in prosciutto with a smidge of goat cheese tucked beneath it. I love the salty-sweet combo with a creamy surprise. The second (and also very delish) version adds a fresh basil leaf and a drizzle of a balsamic glaze. Both are full of flavor and have that juicy I’m-so-happy-it’s-summer texture.
Enjoy!
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prosciutto-wrapped summer peaches
This recipe makes 8 appetizer bites.
- 1 fresh summer peach, cut into 8 slices
- 8 t goat cheese
- 4 slices prosciutto, each slice cut in half lengthwise
- 8 basil leaves
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- Boil balsamic until reduced by half and has a syrupy texture. Be careful not to overboil; it will thicken slightly as it cools. Place in a small dipping bowl and set aside.
- Place one teaspoon goat cheese on the side of a peach slice. Top goat cheese with a basil leaf (if using) then wrap a prosciutto slice around peach. Place on serving tray.
- Serve peaches with balsamic glaze.
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Jenny @ BAKE says
these look absolutely incredible! I could easily scoff a whole plate of these in less time than it took to make them!
the wicked noodle says
You & me both, Jenny! Although I could eat a prosciutto wrapped box ;-)
Amy says
I make prosciutto wrapped mozzarella and tomatoes with a balsamic drizzle. My sister turned me onto it after she visited Italy many years ago. Those Italians know good food. Love the peaches…peaches and prosciutto, YES. Could never get my family on board with the goat cheese, but that just means more for me.
the wicked noodle says
I do the same thing – I call mine “easy caprese bites” {http://www.thewickednoodle.com/easy-caprese-bites/} They’re soooo delish!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Yes please to anything with a balsamic glaze! I like this much better than proscuitto with melon :).
the wicked noodle says
I actually do, too! Although I like peaches better than melon anyway so that could be why. Thanks Laura :-) xo
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
Love your posts on peaches. Both versions of this appetizer sound terrific and it would be hard to decide which to have first.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Karen! I was worried I might be overdosing everyone on peaches so I appreciate that!
Stephanie says
Oh my…these look AMAZING. I want one right now, even though it’s 9am! Well done, Kristy!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Steph!
Lan | angry asian says
would you believe, i never tried the fruit + meat combo until i was an adult… probably within the last few years. it just never occurred to me. but something about saltiness of prosciutto + sweet melon (or in your case, peaches) = magic, and i love it.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Lan!
Grubarazzi (@Grubarazzi) says
Gorgeous appetizer. I really love the photos!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, Grub!
Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says
Such a fancy appetizer! Another reason to enjoy peaches!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Anna :-)
Joan Nova says
Balsamic glaze is wonderful. Have you tried white? It really works well with fruit. Yesterday I made a watermelon caprese with just a drizzle of white balsamic glaze and black pepper. It was wonderful. I’m loving the combos, like the one presented here.
the wicked noodle says
I completely forgot that I added pepper to a few of these! I love the bite of pepper against the sweet peaches. White balsamic would have been great, too! Thanks Joan :-)
Brandie @ Home Cooking Memories says
These look so perfect…and I like how easy they are. Would be so impressive at a summer dinner party.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Brandie!
Minnie@thelady8home says
How incredible!!!! And so innovative. You are such a genius.
the wicked noodle says
You’re good for my ego! Thanks, Minnie!
Maura @ My Healthy 'Ohana says
Great idea, I love the sweet and salty combo, especially with the balsamic glaze! Peaches are so wonderful this year :)
the wicked noodle says
They do seem to be especially wonderful this year. Thanks Maura :-)
kitchenriffs says
Really nice using peaches instead of melon. I haven’t done this, and the idea is perfection. Really like this – thanks.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, KR :-)
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
Doesn’t this look wonderful!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Maureen!
Cathy @ Noble Pig says
I’m in for about 42 bites of these….whoa. A good balsamic changes everything.
the wicked noodle says
LOL, Cathy! Thanks :-)
Baker Street says
A simple teaspoon of balsamic glaze really makes these perfect! Your pictures are simply stunning, Kristy!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks so much, BS!
Jen @ Savory Simple says
What a brilliant appetizer. It’s colorful, flavorful and super easy! I totally love it.
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, Jen!
Diane, A Broad says
I made a crostini version of this earlier in the summer, but this sounds like a fantastic bread-less option! I love how you used the prosciutto to secure the other ingredients together. Brilliant!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks so much, Diane! xo
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
What an interesting flavor combination!! I love proscuitto!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Claire!
wok with ray says
Wow! Beautiful plating there and a lovely shot especially the second photo. Seriously, it took me a while to come up with a comment because I was totally speechless, Haha! Amazing!
the wicked noodle says
I admire your photography so much, Ray, so your comment means a lot! Thanks so much! That second shot is my favorite, too.
Sanjeeta KK says
How pretty these wraps look! Like the balsamic glaze..
the wicked noodle says
Thanks, Sanjeeta!
Jenn and Seth says
oh gosh, such a fantastic appetizer! i think i know what i’m making this weekend!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks!! xo
Lynna says
Simple, pretty, and tasty? I likeee!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Lynna!
ATasteOfMadness says
Wow, what a combination! I’m sure this tastes heavenly, I can’t believe I haven’t done anything with peaches yet!!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks so much!
Valerie @ From Valerie's Kitchen says
I’ve done this with melon but never peaches. Genius!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Valerie!
Nancy/SpicieFoodie says
Oh wow! What a great combination. I love sweet and salty together, and the balsamic just makes it heavenly. Thanks for sharing!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Nancy!
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com says
Mmmm.. I love balsamic reduction. Simply yum!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks Kiran!
Cathryne says
I made these twice last week. Once for my husband and daughter(got two thumbs up), and later in the week for a dinner party (they were inhaled). I made both versions. Both are great.
the wicked noodle says
That’s great, Cathryne. Thanks so much for letting me know!
vianney says
This year’s peaches have been wonderful!! I love this tiny bite loaded with flavor!
the wicked noodle says
Thanks vianney!