Crispy Prosciutto Burrata Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Golden sourdough with creamy burrata and crispy prosciutto, ready in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Butter

01 - 4 slices sourdough or rustic country bread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Fillings

03 - 4 slices prosciutto
04 - 1 ball burrata cheese (4 oz), drained
05 - ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Lay out the bread slices and spread one side of each slice evenly with softened butter.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
03 - Place the prosciutto slices in the dry skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
04 - Wipe out any excess fat from the skillet.
05 - Arrange two bread slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Tear the burrata and distribute evenly over the bread.
06 - Top with crispy prosciutto, basil leaves if using, and a few grinds of black pepper.
07 - Cover with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
08 - Place the sandwiches in the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is warm and melty.
09 - Remove from the pan, slice in half, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between salty crisp prosciutto and creamy mild burrata is absolutely unforgettable
  • It transforms a childhood comfort food into something that feels indulgent without much effort
  • Ready in twenty minutes but tastes like it came from a fancy Italian café
02 -
  • Burrata releases more liquid than regular cheese so work quickly once you tear it open to avoid soggy bread
  • Wiping the skillet after cooking prosciutto prevents your sandwich from frying in pork fat which can overpower the delicate burrata flavor
  • Pressing too hard while cooking will squeeze out all that gorgeous creamy center, so use a light touch with your spatula
03 -
  • Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, the steady even heat creates the most uniformly golden and crispy exterior every single time
  • Room temperature bread grills more evenly than cold from the fridge, so set it out while you prep everything else
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