Nautical Knot Prosciutto Cheese (Printable)

Braided prosciutto and string cheese create a chewy, flavorful appetizer ideal for entertaining.

# Ingredient list:

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01 - 8 sticks string cheese (mozzarella or similar, part-skim preferred)
02 - 8 slices prosciutto (thinly sliced)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Lay a slice of prosciutto flat on a clean surface, place a string cheese stick at one end, and roll tightly. Repeat for all cheese sticks.
02 - Take two prosciutto-wrapped cheese sticks and braid them gently from one end, twisting carefully to avoid tearing. Continue braiding pairs until complete. For a thicker braid, use three wrapped sticks.
03 - Arrange braided ropes around the edge of a pizza or flatbread before baking, or serve as an appetizer with dipping sauces.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're genuinely impressive looking despite taking just 15 minutes, which makes you feel like a kitchen magician.
  • The combination of textures—chewy, salty, creamy—hits every corner of your mouth in the best possible way.
  • Zero cooking skills required, making them perfect for when you want to look fancy without the stress.
  • They work as a standalone snack, a pizza border, or a conversation starter at any gathering.
02 -
  • The prosciutto will tear if you pull too aggressively while braiding—go slowly and let the twist happen naturally, almost like you're choreographing a dance between two sticks.
  • If you bake these at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes until the prosciutto is slightly crisp and the cheese begins to melt, they become something entirely different and somehow even better, with a crispy exterior protecting that molten center.
03 -
  • Keep the prosciutto cold and handle it quickly before it gets too warm and floppy—cold fingers and cold meat are your friends in this process.
  • If you're making these ahead, braid them, cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until you're ready to bake or serve, which buys you sanity at party time.
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