Speck and Robiola Cones with Herbs

Speck and robiola cheese cones with herbs are a delicious appetizer that is very easy to make. I will guide you step by step in the preparation.

Ingredients

• 12 slices of speck
• 200 grams of robiola
• Fresh aromatic herbs to taste (for example: basil, thyme, parsley, chives)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Walnuts or pine nuts for garnishing (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by finely chopping the chosen aromatic herbs and mix them with the robiola in a bowl. Adjust with salt and pepper according to your tastes, but be careful not to overdo it with the salt since the speck is already salty.

2. Lay out the slices of speck and cut them if necessary to obtain strips wide enough to wrap into a cone.

3. Take a cone to form the structure on which to wrap the speck. Cover the cone with plastic wrap if necessary to prevent the speck from sticking.

4. Gently wrap a slice of speck around the cone, starting from the narrower tip and going up to the wider end, to create the shape of a cone.

5. Repeat the process until all the cones are ready.

6. Use a teaspoon or a pastry bag to fill the speck cones with the herbed robiola.

7. If you wish, you can garnish each cone with chopped walnuts or toasted pine nuts to add a crunchy touch.

8. Arrange the cones on a serving dish and serve immediately.

Trivia

The speck and robiola cones with herbs are a delightful idea that has spread across various buffets and aperitifs. The contrast between the robiola’s creamy sweetness and the speck’s smoky intense flavor is what makes this simple dish surprisingly rich in taste. The aromas of the fresh herbs then add that touch of freshness that balances everything.

It is also possible to add other creamy cheeses to the mix, such as mascarpone or sweet gorgonzola, for a richer and more complex variant.