Morning crackers with ham and figs
2 servings
20 minutes
Morning crackers with ham and figs are a refined European breakfast that combines delicate, sweet, and salty flavors. Crispy crackers serve as a base for airy cream cheese, which can be replaced with goat cheese or ricotta. Thinly sliced ham (prosciutto, bresaola) adds piquancy and sophistication. Baked figs reveal their sweetness, while floral honey enhances the aroma, giving the dish a refined depth of flavor. This recipe is an example of the harmony of simple ingredients transformed into gastronomic pleasure.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
2
Cut the figs into quarters and place them in the oven for 7 minutes to soften.
- Fig: 2 pieces
3
Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each cracker (can be replaced with goat cheese or ricotta), then place a slice of ham (prosciutto, bresaola, or any other meat, sliced very thin with minimal fat content) on top.
- Crackers: 4 pieces
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 50 g
- Jamon (Spanish cured ham): 2 pieces
4
On top, place a quarter of a fig and drizzle with floral honey (any honey will do, such as lavender, linden, or truffle honey).
- Fig: 2 pieces
- Wildflower honey: 2 tablespoons