Best 5 Fig And Blue Cheese Bites Recipes

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**Fig and Blue Cheese Bites: A Sweet and Savory Appetizer Delight**

Welcome to a culinary journey where sweet and savory flavors intertwine flawlessly. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Fig and Blue Cheese Bites. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, be it an elegant cocktail party or a casual get-together with friends. Each bite-sized morsel offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, with the natural sweetness of figs perfectly complementing the sharpness of blue cheese. Indulge in our carefully curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic combination, ensuring a delightful experience for every palate. Whether you prefer a crispy phyllo pastry wrap or a delicate filo dough, our recipes cater to your preferences. Discover the perfect balance of flavors in our Fig and Goat Cheese Bites, where the creamy tang of goat cheese harmonizes with the sweetness of figs. For a delightful vegetarian option, embark on a culinary adventure with our Fig and Walnut Crostini, where the crunch of walnuts adds an extra layer of texture and flavor. And for those who love a bit of spice, our Fig and Serrano Ham Bites deliver a tantalizing combination of sweet, salty, and slightly spicy notes. Whichever recipe you choose, rest assured that each bite will be a symphony of flavors, leaving you and your guests craving more.

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3-INGREDIENT BLUE CHEESE & FIG BITES



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Salty-tangy blue cheese pairs beautifully with sweet fig jam in these easy appetizers, which are perfect for a holiday party. The optional minced chives add a nice pop of color, but these are just as tasty without herbs. Keep the ingredients on hand and you can whip these up for impromptu holiday cocktail parties.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Finger Food Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 refrigerated pie crust (1/2 of a 14-ounce package; see Tip)
¼ cup fig jam
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon Minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Lightly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Unroll pie crust onto a clean surface. Roll the dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Cut 24 2-inch circles out of the dough with a biscuit cutter, rerolling the scraps if needed. Place the dough circles in the prepared muffin cups, gently pressing the dough into the bottom and sides. Prick the dough with a fork. Bake until lightly browned, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon fig jam to each cup, then top with 1/2 teaspoon crumbled cheese. Bake until hot, 3 to 5 minutes more. Let cool for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with chives, if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 51 mg, Sugar 2 g

FIG AND BLUE CHEESE BRUSCHETTA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 baguette, sliced into 16 slices
2 tablespoons fig spread or preserves (or you can use plum, apricot, etc.)
4 ounces blue cheese, cut into chunks
Torn fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the baguette slices and toast on both sides until golden and crisp, about 8 minutes. Allow to cool, then spread with a little fig spread/preserves. Top with blue cheese chunks. Sprinkle on some basil.

FIG AND BLUE CHEESE BITES



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The irresistible flavors of fig and blue cheese combine in this simple to make hors d'oeuvre. Also try:Feta Cheese Bites, Goat Cheese Bites

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 tablespoons Maytag blue cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped walnuts
8 dried Calimyrna figs, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices, end slices

Steps:

  • Form 1/4 teaspoon of the blue cheese into a small ball; repeat with remaining cheese. Press the cheese balls into the walnuts to coat on one side. Place a cheese ball, nut side up, onto the top of each fig slice.

BLUE CHEESE BITES



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Canned biscuits, butter and blue cheese. Voila, a nice appetizer. Rich and so good and easy!

Provided by Ingrid

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (10 ounce) package refrigerated biscuit dough
½ cup butter, melted
5 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Slice each biscuit into quarters, arrange then in the prepared pie plate. Pour melted butter over the biscuits, then sprinkle the biscuits with blue cheese.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 542.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

FIG AND PROSCIUTTO APPETIZER BITES



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A simple to make yet impressive appetizer that is sure to make your guests swoon! Prosciutto, honeyed goat cheese, and fresh figs come together in each fabulous bite. When ready to serve, slice and serve with crackers.

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 2h10m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 ounces honey-flavored goat cheese
3 ounces prosciutto
2 fresh figs, thinly sliced
2 leaves fresh basil, cut into thin strips
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place goat cheese on a sheet of plastic wrap. Top with another sheet of plastic wrap and use a rolling pin to flatten into a 4x8-inch rectangle.
  • Remove the top sheet of plastic wrap and cover goat cheese with slices of prosciutto, slightly overlapping the edges. Cover prosciutto with a new sheet of plastic wrap and flip both sheets over so the goat cheese layer is now facing up.
  • Remove top sheet of plastic wrap. Cover goat cheese evenly with figs, basil, and black pepper. Starting from the long edge, roll tightly to form a log. Wrap log in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 89.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, plump figs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a good quality blue cheese that has a strong flavor.
  • If you don't have prosciutto, you can use another type of cured meat, such as ham or bacon.
  • To make the bites ahead of time, assemble them and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Bake them just before serving.
  • These bites can also be made in a muffin tin. Simply line the muffin cups with prosciutto and then fill them with the fig mixture. Bake according to the recipe instructions.

Conclusion:

Fig and blue cheese bites are a delicious and elegant appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them a great option for busy hosts. The combination of sweet figs, salty blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for an impressive appetizer, give these fig and blue cheese bites a try. You won't be disappointed!

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