Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer: Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs with Balsamic Glaze

Ingredients:

12 fresh gluten-free figs
6 slices gluten-free prosciutto, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 cup gluten-free balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons gluten-free honey
1/4 teaspoon gluten-free black pepper
1/4 teaspoon gluten-free fresh thyme leaves (or dried thyme)
1/4 teaspoon gluten-free olive oil
Gluten-free toothpicks (for securing)
Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Make a small vertical slit in the top of each fresh gluten-free fig.
Take a half-slice of gluten-free prosciutto and wrap it around each fig, securing it with a gluten-free toothpick.
Place the prosciutto-wrapped figs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, combine gluten-free balsamic vinegar, gluten-free honey, gluten-free black pepper, and gluten-free fresh thyme leaves (or dried thyme). Heat over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
Simmer for a few minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes a glaze. Remove from heat.
Drizzle the gluten-free balsamic glaze over the prosciutto-wrapped figs.
Lightly drizzle each fig with a tiny amount of gluten-free olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the prosciutto is crispy and the figs are softened.
Optionally, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.
Serve these exquisite Gluten-Free Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs with Balsamic Glaze as an appetizer (joc appetizer) at your next gathering. Enjoy!