Best 8 Bacon Wrapped Figs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Bacon-wrapped figs are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the sweet and savory flavors of bacon and figs. The crispy bacon complements the soft, chewy texture of the figs, while the natural sweetness of the figs balances out the saltiness of the bacon. This dish is easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party or as a quick and easy snack.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BACON-WRAPPED STUFFED FIGS



Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Figs image

Our version of the retro hors d'oeuvre rumaki - bacon-wrapped water chestnuts and chicken liver - substitutes figs, goat cheese and pesto for a fruity, tangy twist. Consider it rumaki 2.0.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 dried figs (about 10 ounces)
3 ounces fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 slices bacon, halved crosswise

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack in the center of the oven, and preheat the broiler. Slice the figs about 3/4 of the way down the center lengthwise, and open each like a book; set aside.
  • Combine the goat cheese, pesto, lemon juice and zest and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a small bowl with a rubber spatula. Fill each fig with about 1 teaspoon of the cheese-pesto mixture.
  • Wrap each stuffed fig with a slice of bacon, and secure with a toothpick. Put the figs, seam-side down, on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Broil, turning once, until the bacon is cooked through and crispy, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.

GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED FIGS WRAPPED IN BACON



Goat Cheese-Stuffed Figs Wrapped in Bacon image

This is another of the recipes that disappeared so quickly that I didn't get to take a photo of them....they are that good!! They have a little bit of sweet from the fig, some tang from the cheese, and salt from the bacon. A great balance of flavors! The aged goat cheese called for in this recipe is firmer than fresh and has a dry rind. Two of the kinds that work best in this dish are Bucheron and Pouligny-St. Pierre, both have just the right amount of tang.

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 16 fig halves

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices bacon
8 figs, firm and ripe, trimmed and halved lengthwise
1/4 lb aged goat cheese
3 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh and to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until most of the fat is rendered but bacon is still pliable, about 10 minute You do not want crispy bacon!
  • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel to drain.
  • Remove 1 scoop of flesh from each of the fig halves with the small end of a melon-baller, set aside for another use. (Makes great ice cream or just bite sized snacks).
  • Scoop out a piece of the goat cheese with the same meon-baller and fill in the hole in each fig half with the cheese scoop.
  • Stir together brown sugar, cumin, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Rub the mixture onto 1 side of each bacon slice, and cut each bacon slice in half to have 16 slices of bacon.
  • Wrap 1 of the half strips of bacon around 1 of the fig halves, leaving the sugar/spice side out, and secure with a toothpick.
  • Broil the figs, cut side up, on the rack of a broiler pan about 3 inches from the heat, until bacon is browned - about 2 minute.
  • Cool slightly and then discard toothpicks.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 13.3, Sodium 186.8, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 3

CANDIED BACON-WRAPPED FIGS



Candied Bacon-Wrapped Figs image

I stuffed figs with cream cheese and wrapped them in bacon and spices for an addictive flavor combo that's sweet, salty and delicious. You can use dates, too. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 bacon strips
24 dried figs
1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa chile blend powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut bacon strips in half crosswise. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain., Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each fig; fill with 1/2 teaspoon cream cheese. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, chile blend powder and cinnamon. Dip one side of each bacon piece in brown sugar mixture; wrap each fig with a bacon piece, sugar side out. Secure with a toothpick., Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 12-15 minutes or until bacon is crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BACON-WRAPPED FIGS



Bacon-Wrapped Figs image

I came up with this recipe after seeing fresh figs at the store and wanting to try something new. This is an easy, sweet, and savory appetizer that can be made quickly and still tastes delicious. Serve warm.

Provided by navmartm

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 18m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 fresh figs, halved
½ (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
20 shelled pistachio nuts
16 slices cooked bacon (such as Boar's Head®)
toothpicks
2 tablespoons honey, or to taste

Steps:

  • Set oven rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • Spread a thin layer of mascarpone cheese over each fig half. Press 2 to 3 pistachio nuts into the mascarpone cheese. Wrap 1 slice bacon around the fig half and secure with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining figs, mascarpone cheese, pistachio nuts, and bacon.
  • Arrange wrapped figs on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Drizzle honey on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 15.7 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

MESCLUN SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED FIGS WRAPPED IN BACON



Mesclun Salad with Goat Cheese-Stuffed Figs Wrapped in Bacon image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Broil     Goat Cheese     Fig     Bacon     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 bacon slices
8 firm-ripe fresh figs, trimmed and halved lengthwise
1/4 lb aged goat cheese such as Bucheron or Pouligny-St.-Pierre
3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
4 oz mesclun (4 cups)
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until most of fat is rendered but bacon is still pliable, about 10 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Remove 1 scoop of flesh from each fig half with small end of a melon-ball cutter and discard. Scoop cheese with same end of melon-ball cutter and just fill each fig half. Press fig halves together to form whole figs.
  • Stir together brown sugar, cumin, and salt, then rub onto 1 side of each bacon slice. Wrap 1 bacon slice, sugared side out, around each fig and secure with a toothpick.
  • Broil figs, bacon sides up, on rack of a broiler pan about 3 inches from heat, turning them frequently, until bacon is browned, about 2 minutes. Cool slightly, then discard toothpicks.
  • Toss mesclun with lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste, then gently toss with oil. Serve figs with salad.

FIGS WRAPPED IN BACON



Figs Wrapped in Bacon image

"The meaty bacon plus the sweet, floral, honeyed fig is such a good combination. You will find it will be hard to stop eating them," says Chef Eric Ripert. This recipe is from his website. Photo by Gino Reyes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 figs, washed and peeled
6 bacon slices
Fine sea salt
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat toaster oven to broil and line the toaster oven tray with foil.
  • Wrap each fig in a strip of bacon, trimming the bacon as necessary, and secure with a toothpick. Season with salt and pepper and place on the toaster oven tray.
  • Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes until the bacon is crisp and the figs are tender.

BACON-WRAPPED FIGS



Bacon-Wrapped Figs image

Serve your guests with these baked figs wrapped with bacon - a delicious appetizer.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (12 oz) Canadian bacon
2 packages (8 oz each) dried whole Calimyrna figs, stems removed
30 pistachio nuts
30 small fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 15x10x1- inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Cut each bacon slice in half. Cut slit in each fig; stuff with nut. Place basil leaf on bacon piece; wrap around fig. Place seam side down in pan.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until bacon is brown. Serve warm with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 150 mg

BACON WRAPPED FIGS



Bacon Wrapped Figs image

A friend I made while distributing donations in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy has a fig tree & keeps bringing me figs! This is what I did with this morning's delivery...

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 figs
6 slices bacon, halved
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Line a pan with sides with foil.
  • Rinse, dry & trim stems off figs. Wrap in bacon; secure with a toothpick.
  • Once in baking pan, sprinkle with pepper.
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes, checking every 5 minutes towards the end. You want the bacon to crisp, not burned.
  • They will be soft & juicy. The juice will be HOT so let them sit a few minutes before eating!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 101.5, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 24.4, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, fresh figs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use thick-cut bacon for a more substantial wrap.
  • Season the figs with salt and pepper before wrapping them in bacon.
  • Cook the figs over medium heat so that the bacon has time to crisp up without burning.
  • Serve the figs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Bacon-wrapped figs are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your guests, and they are also a great way to use up any leftover bacon. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a truly special dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give bacon-wrapped figs a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics