Prosciutto
Delicate, dry-cured Italian ham that adds an elegant, silky layer of salt and sweetness.
Prosciutto di Parma is dry-cured for at least twelve months, developing complex nutty and sweet flavors with a melt-on-your-tongue texture. Best added to pizza fresh after baking so the residual heat gently warms the paper-thin slices without drying them out.
Flavor Profile
Season: all year
Best Sauces
Pairs Well With
Pizzas with Prosciutto
Prosciutto Fig Gorgonzola
White Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce
“A sweet-and-savory showstopper pairing prosciutto with ripe figs and tangy Gorgonzola.”
Pesto Prosciutto Peach
Classic Basil Pesto
“Sweet pear, salty prosciutto, and tangy goat cheese on a pesto canvas.”
Truffle Prosciutto Egg
Truffle Cream Sauce
“A runny egg yolk cascades over truffle cream, prosciutto, and Parmesan.”
Brown Butter Prosciutto Pear
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Sweet pear and salty prosciutto wrapped in nutty brown butter and fried sage.”
Date Night Red
San Marzano Red Sauce
“Layered with Dates, Prosciutto, Arugula, and Parmesan atop San Marzano Red sauce finished with a drizzle of Balsamic Glaze, this refined pie delivers hearty satisfaction for cozy fall nights.”
Asparagus & Prosciutto Cream
White Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce
“Featuring Asparagus, Prosciutto, Lemon Zest, and Parmesan over White Garlic Parmesan Cream sauce, this sophisticated pizza is a indulgent dream made for a bright spring evening.”
Pesto Prosciutto & Brie
Classic Basil Pesto
“This sophisticated pizza combines the richness of Pesto Basil sauce with Prosciutto, Brie, Walnut, and Honey finished with a drizzle of Honey, creating a indulgent treat perfect for year-round enjoyment.”
Pistachio Fig & Prosciutto
Pistachio Pesto Sauce
“This bold and meaty pizza starts with Pistachio Pesto sauce and tops it with Fig, Prosciutto, Pistachio, and Ricotta finished with a drizzle of Honey, delivering a upscale experience suited to crisp autumn evenings.”
Brown Butter Date & Blue Cheese
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Built on a Brown Butter Sage foundation, this refined pie layers Dates, Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Prosciutto finished with a drizzle of Honey into a hearty creation ideal for harvest season warmth.”
Brown Butter Smoked Mozzarella & Pear
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce
“Built on a Brown Butter Sage foundation, this refined pie layers Smoked Mozzarella, Pear, Walnut, and Prosciutto into a hearty creation ideal for crisp autumn evenings.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Should prosciutto go on pizza before or after baking?
Add prosciutto after baking. The residual heat of the pizza gently warms the slices, preserving their delicate texture and preventing them from becoming tough or overly salty.
What is the difference between prosciutto and pancetta on pizza?
Prosciutto is dry-cured and served uncooked in thin slices, while pancetta is salt-cured pork belly typically diced and cooked. Prosciutto offers a more delicate flavor and silky texture.