Nautical Knot Prosciutto Cheese (Printable)

Braided prosciutto and string cheese create a savory, chewy snack perfect for gatherings or pizza edges.

# What You Need:

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01 - 8 sticks string cheese (mozzarella or similar, part-skim preferred, approx. 1 oz each)
02 - 8 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - Lay each prosciutto slice flat and place one string cheese stick at one end. Roll tightly to enclose the cheese.
02 - Take two prosciutto-wrapped cheese sticks and gently braid them together from one end, twisting carefully to prevent tearing.
03 - Continue braiding pairs until all are braided. For a thicker rope, braid three wrapped sticks together.
04 - Arrange the braided ropes around a pizza or flatbread perimeter before baking, or serve immediately as a standalone appetizer with dipping sauces.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes fifteen minutes but looks like you spent an hour in the kitchen.
  • The warm cheese gets creamy while the prosciutto stays salty and slightly crisp—textural perfection.
  • Naturally gluten-free and low-carb, so it works for almost any crowd.
  • Doubles as both a stunning appetizer and a creative way to frame a pizza.
02 -
  • The prosciutto will stick to itself if you let it sit too long after wrapping—braid right away or the whole thing becomes fiddly.
  • If the cheese starts peeking through, gently tug the prosciutto over it rather than pressing down, which can burst the cheese stick.
03 -
  • Cold hands braid more cleanly than warm ones—dip your fingers in ice water before you start if the kitchen is warm.
  • The braid doesn't have to be perfect; a slightly loose twist actually looks more organic and homemade, which is exactly the vibe you want.
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