Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Bites
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 0 minutes
These Prosciutto-Wrapped Melon Bites are the ultimate in easy, breezy entertaining. Sweet, juicy cantaloupe wrapped in salty prosciutto and finished with a pop of fresh basil—it’s the kind of flavor combo that feels fancy but takes just minutes to throw together.
A white ceramic platter lined with prosciutto-wrapped cantaloupe bites, each secured with a toothpick and topped with fresh basil.
This is one of those perfect summer recipes that never goes out of style. I love serving these as a starter when I'm hosting anything from a dinner to a wine-and-cheese night. They look beautiful on a platter and come together with just three ingredients. You can even prep them a few hours in advance—just cover and chill until ready to serve.
The salty-sweet balance here is everything. The prosciutto adds richness and a bit of chew, while the melon is fresh, juicy, and cooling. A little basil on top gives it that herbaceous lift that makes it feel just a bit extra. If you're serving this for brunch or a cocktail party, don’t be surprised when the tray disappears in minutes!
Ingredients
🍽️ Servings: 6 (about 24 bites) • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 110
1 ripe cantaloupe (or honeydew), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
12 thin slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
24 small fresh basil leaves
24 toothpicks or small skewers
Steps
Step 1
Cut the cantaloupe into 1-inch bite-sized cubes.
Step 2
Slice each piece of prosciutto in half lengthwise to create long, thin strips.
Step 3
Wrap one strip of prosciutto around each melon cube.
Step 4
Tuck a small basil leaf on top and secure everything in place with a toothpick.
Step 5
Arrange on a serving platter and chill until ready to serve.
Make it your own!
🍯 Add a drizzle
Right before serving, drizzle a little balsamic glaze or hot honey over the top for a sweet-savory punch.🧀 Include cheese
Tuck a small cube of fresh mozzarella or a shaving of Parmesan under the prosciutto for extra richness.🍉 Try different melon
Mix it up with watermelon or honeydew for a colorful trio on your platter.
