Elegant Fig Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Almonds

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This is a combination of several fresh fig appetizer recipes. The flavors of fresh figs, tangy goat cheese, salty almonds, sweet honey, and balsamic vinegar contrast to make these a delicious and very pretty appetizer. Arrange figs in a circle, tops facing in, for a flower effect and this will be a lovely addition to a bridal shower menu! If you can find Marcona almonds, use them! They are a Spanish almond that tastes like a cross between an almond and a cashew.

close up view of Fig Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Almonds on a baking sheet
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
3 mins
Total Time:
18 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
24 appetizers

Ingredients

  • 12 fresh figs, halved

  • 4 ounces herbed goat cheese (chevre)

  • 24 almonds

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven broiler for high heat.

  2. Place the fig halves, cut side up, on a baking sheet. Top each half with about 1/2 teaspoon goat cheese. Place one almond on each, press to push the cheese slightly into each fig.

  3. Broil the figs in the preheated oven until the cheese is soft and the almonds are turning a rich shade of brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the broiler and let cool for 5 minutes. Arrange the figs on a serving platter and drizzle with honey and balsamic vinegar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

91 Calories
4g Fat
12g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 91
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 8mg 3%
Sodium 50mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 52mg 4%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 150mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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