Easy Creamy Diploma-Rolled Prosciutto and Mozzarella Appetizers
These easy creamy diploma-rolled prosciutto and mozzarella appetizers are a perfect party snack featuring a creamy filling wrapped in delicate prosciutto slices. They come together quickly with simple ingredients and offer an elegant, crowd-pleasing bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls (6 servings, 2 rolls per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 thinly sliced prosciutto slices
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced into thin strips or small logs
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 12 fresh basil leaves (optional)
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- Light drizzle of olive oil
- Zest of half a lemon (optional)
- Pinch of garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese by leaving it out for 15 minutes or microwaving for 10 seconds without melting.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with lemon zest, garlic powder, and black pepper; stir until smooth.
- Drain excess water from mozzarella and slice into 1/4-inch thick strips about 3 inches long.
- Arrange prosciutto slices flat on a cutting board, slightly overlapping to form a 4×6 inch rectangle.
- Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture on each prosciutto slice, leaving a small border.
- Place mozzarella strips and a basil leaf (if using) along one edge of the cream cheese-covered prosciutto.
- Carefully roll the prosciutto slice over the filling, tucking in sides to form a tight diploma-shaped roll.
- Arrange rolls seam-side down on a platter; drizzle with olive oil if serving immediately or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours.
- Before serving, optionally add extra black pepper or a few drops of balsamic glaze.
Notes
Do not overfill the rolls to prevent tearing the prosciutto. Let rolls sit out 10-15 minutes before serving for best texture. Can be made up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated. For vegan/dairy-free, substitute cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives and prosciutto with roasted red peppers or marinated eggplant.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 8
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