Best 3 Fresh Figs With Goat Cheese And Peppered Honey Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with fresh figs, creamy goat cheese, and a drizzle of peppered honey. This symphony of flavors offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, creating an unforgettable appetizer or light meal. The combination of juicy, ripe figs, smooth goat cheese, and a hint of spicy pepper elevates this simple dish to a gourmet experience. Discover the art of preparing this delectable treat with our easy-to-follow recipes, ranging from a classic pairing of figs and goat cheese to a more elaborate salad featuring roasted figs, arugula, and a balsamic glaze. Embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH FIGS WITH ROSEMARY GOAT CHEESE



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Fig     Rosemary     Chill     Honey     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 1 3/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

11 ounces soft mild goat cheese at room temperature (about 1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves, or to taste
1 tablespoon honey
1 pound fresh figs

Steps:

  • In a bowl whisk together all ingredients except figs until smooth and season with salt and pepper. Rosemary goat cheese may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring goat cheese to cool room temperature before serving.
  • Mound goat cheese in center of a platter. Halve figs and arrange around goat cheese for dipping.

FIGS STUFFED WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Here's a super-simple appetizer. Fresh figs are halved and stuffed with any creamy, flavorful cheese. A good blue works, but creamy goat cheese, drizzled with balsamic vinegar, is even more crowd-pleasing.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, finger foods, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 ounces, approximately, of soft, fresh goat cheese
1 tablespoon good balsamic vinegar
12 fresh figs, washed and drained

Steps:

  • Use your fingers to roll the goat cheese into 24 1/2 teaspoon-sized balls.
  • Cut figs in half. Press a cheese ball into the center of each fig. Plate them and drizzle with vinegar. Serve within an hour.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 52, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 23 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

FIGS WITH GOAT'S CHEESE, PISTACHIOS & HONEY



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Make the party season stress-free with these simple throw-together fig and goat's cheese canapés. For added luxury, try using truffle-infused honey

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Canapes, Starter

Time 10m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ripe figs, halved
100g log rind-on goat's cheese
30g honey
20g pistachios, finely chopped
a few small thyme sprigs, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Arrange the figs on a tray, cut-side up. Slice the goat's cheese into eight rounds, then cut each round in half.
  • Gently push the goat's cheese pieces into the cut sides of the figs, then season with a little salt and pepper, drizzle with the honey and scatter with the pistachios and thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, fresh figs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a good quality goat cheese that is soft and creamy.
  • Make sure the honey is thick and flavorful.
  • If you don't have peppercorns, you can use freshly ground black pepper instead.
  • Be careful not to overcook the figs, as they will become mushy.
  • Serve the figs warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Fresh figs with goat cheese and peppered honey is a delicious and easy appetizer or snack. The sweetness of the figs pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the goat cheese, and the peppercorns add a touch of spice. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it's also a healthy and nutritious way to enjoy fresh figs.

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