Best 10 Figs In A Blanket With Goat Cheese Recipes

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Figs in a blanket with goat cheese are a delightful and tasty appetizer or snack. This dish combines the sweetness of figs with the tanginess of goat cheese, all wrapped in crispy bacon. The combination of flavors and textures makes this recipe a hit with people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a simple and quick appetizer for a party or a delicious treat to enjoy on your own, figs in a blanket with goat cheese are sure to satisfy your craving.

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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 IN A BLANKET



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If you love a pig in a blanket, give its fruity cousin a try.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 30 figs in a blanket

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cut a sheet of thawed frozen puff pastry lengthwise into five strips, then cut crosswise into thirds to make 15 rectangles. Slice each rectangle diagonally to make 30 triangles. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon goat cheese onto each triangle and top with a quartered fig. Wrap the pastry around the fig and press to seal. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with beaten egg and bake at 400˚ until puffed and golden, 18 to 20 minutes.

FIGS-IN-A-BLANKET WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Spicy, honey-glazed figs are balanced by creamy goat cheese and buttery puff pastry in this fun vegetarian play on pigs-in-a-blanket.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     snack     Hors D'Oeuvre     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Fig     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough     Goat Cheese     Appetizer

Yield Makes 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
24 dried black Mission figs (medium or large), stems trimmed, halved
1 large egg
1 (14- or 17-ounce) box of puff pastry (preferably all-butter puff), thawed according to package directions
All-purpose flour (for surface)
6 1/2 ounces plain goat cheese
Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (for topping; optional)

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in upper and lower thirds of oven; preheat to 400°F. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Stir vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and 1 cup water in a medium pot. Add figs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until figs are softened and liquid has almost evaporated and is a syrupy consistency, 7-10 minutes. Transfer figs to a plate; let cool.
  • Beat egg with 1 Tbsp. water in a small bowl. If using a 14-ounce package with 1 sheet of pastry, roll pastry to an 18x12" rectangle on a lightly floured surface. If using a 17-ounce package with 2 sheets of pastry, roll each sheet to a 12x9" rectangle. Cut pastry along the 12" side into 12 (1-inch-wide) strips. Cut each strip crosswise into pieces about 4 1/2" long. You should have 48 (4 1/2x1") strips pastry.
  • Scoop a heaping 1/2 tsp. cheese and press into cut side of 1 fig half. Place fig half in the center of 1 pastry strip. Brush 1 end of pastry with egg wash and roll to enclose. Transfer seam side down to prepared sheet. Repeat with remaining cheese, figs, and pastry. Brush top of each pastry with egg wash and sprinkle with seeds, if using. Bake pastries, rotating and switching sheets top to bottom halfway through, until golden brown and puffed, 15-18 minutes.
  • Do Ahead
  • Figs can be cooked 2 days ahead; cover and chill.

STUFFED FIGS IN A BLANKET



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Provided by George Duran

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 12 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup dried cranberries
6 ounces fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
12 dried apricots
12 raisins
12 dried figs
6 slices prosciutto

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Chop the cranberries and mix them into the goat cheese. Cut the tops off the apricots and use your finger to open up a hole. Fill an apricot with some of the cheese mixture, then push a raisin into it. Fill a fig with some cheese, then push the apricot into it. Repeat until all the fruit has been used. Slice the prosciutto slices in half lengthwise and wrap a slice around each fig. Place on a baking sheet and bake until the prosciutto has browned, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool a bit before serving.

FIG AND GOAT CHEESE MEATBALLS



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Around the holidays, saucy cocktail meatballs are always the first appetizer to go. In this dish, the sweet flavor of the fig glaze goes perfectly with the pork and tangy goat cheese. Serve hot from the skillet or gently reheat them for a make-ahead appetizer. -Kim Banick, Turner, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup panko bread crumbs
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese
1 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
4 whole cloves
1 whole star anise
1 cup dried figs, chopped
1 cup water
Chopped fresh chives, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and eggs. Add sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide into 36 portions. Shape each portion around 1/2 teaspoon cheese to cover completely. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until cooked through, 25-30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring vinegar, sugar, cinnamon, cloves and star anise to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Discard cinnamon, cloves and star anise. Add figs; cook until softened, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Transfer to a blender. Add 1 cup water; process until almost smooth. Serve with meatballs. If desired, top meatballs with chopped chives. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatballs and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FIGS IN A BLANKET RECIPE BY TASTY



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No, it's not a typo! Sweet meets savory in this fun twist on the classic appetizer. Enjoy as is, or pair these with your favorite cheese, such as Brie, goat, or blue, for even more flavor.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 bites

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ stick unsalted butter
½ teaspoon ground sage
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 packages crescent rolls
8 black figs, stems trimmed, halved
¼ cup honey
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Make the herbed butter: Add the butter, sage, rosemary, and salt to a small pot set over medium heat and stir until the butter is fully melted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and set aside until ready to use.
  • Separate the crescent roll dough along the perforated edges, creating 16 triangles. Place a fig half at the base of each dough triangle, brush with honey, and roll to enclose. Set seam-side down on a prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of wrapped figs with the herb butter.
  • Bake, rotating and swapping the baking sheets top to bottom halfway through, until golden brown and puffed, 15-18 minutes.
  • Drizzle with the remaining honey and top with freshly ground black pepper.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 6 grams

GOAT CHEESE-STUFFED FIGS WRAPPED IN BACON



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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

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.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Fruit

Time 18m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 fresh figs, halved
4 ounces herbed goat cheese (chevre)
24 almonds
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven broiler for high heat.
  • 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.
  • 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 : Calories 91.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 7.5 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 49.5 mg, Sugar 10 g

FIGS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND GOAT CHEESE



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Figs! Sweet delicious figs with caramelized onions and goat cheese.

Provided by ServingsofYum

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Cracker Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup canola oil
1 large yellow onion, cut into thin slices
¼ cup small dried Mission figs
6 ounces goat cheese, softened
40 crackers

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat; add oil. Add onion; cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking and stirring until onion is very tender and dark brown, about 40 minutes more. Remove from heat and cool.
  • While the onion is cooling, cut the figs lengthwise into 1/4-inch rounds.
  • Layer 1/4 teaspoon goat cheese, 1/4 teaspoon caramelized onions, and 1 or 2 fig slices on each cracker.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 3.4 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 54.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

FIGS IN BLANKETS WITH PORT-MUSTARD SAUCE



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This clever riff on the classic pigs in blankets comes from a Champagne bar, with branches in San Francisco and New York, where they're made with fresh figs. Using dried figs gives them year-round adaptability. The figs are plumped in port and stuffed with Stilton, though any blue cheese will be fine. The port used for soaking is reduced to a syrup, and flavors a mustard sauce. The figs in blankets are a great holiday tidbit with white, red, rosé or sparkling wine, with cocktails or punch. Serve them alongside a salad or as part of a cheese course. They're easily prepared in advance and frozen. The puff pastry is quick to prepare in a food processor using frozen butter. The figs in blankets can also be made with purchased puff pastry; one pound is what you'll need.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     snack, finger foods, appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 48 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

48 small dried mission figs, stemmed, or 24 larger dried figs, stemmed and halved vertically
1 1/2 cups tawny port
1 cup/225 grams salted butter (2 sticks), frozen
1 1/2 cups/190 grams all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
1/2 cup/125 milliliters full-fat sour cream
3 ounces Stilton or other blue cheese
1/3 cup Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Place figs in a 2-quart saucepan, add port, bring to a simmer, remove from heat and let soak, covered but not refrigerated, overnight.
  • Make the dough: Cut the frozen butter in 8 pieces and grate using a shredding disc of a food processor. Change to the regular blade. Add the flour and pulse 15 or 20 times, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the sour cream and pulse for a minute or so until the dough starts to come together.
  • Turn the dough out on a floured surface and knead briefly to form a smooth ball. Divide the dough in half and flatten each piece. Place each in a resealable sandwich bag, press out any air, seal the bag and use a rolling pin to roll the bag until the dough fills the bag, forming a square. Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
  • Drain figs, reserving the port; you should have about a half cup of the port. Spread figs on several layers of paper towel to dry for about 30 minutes. Return the port to the saucepan and boil 6 to 8 minutes until syrupy and reduced to 1/4 cup. Remove from heat and set aside. Cut a slit in each of the figs and insert a small nugget of the cheese, less than a half-inch, in each.
  • Remove the dough from their bags by cutting the bags and peeling them off. On a lightly floured board roll one square of the dough into a rectangle 8-by-12 inches. Cut it in 8 strips each an inch wide, across the width of the rectangle. Cut each strip in thirds. You should have 24 pieces, each 1-by-4 inches. Wrap 24 of the figs in the strips of dough, moistening the ends to seal. Cover a baking sheet with foil. Place the wrapped figs on the baking sheet, seam side down. Repeat with the other square of dough and figs.
  • Make the sauce: Stir the mustard into the reduced port and transfer to a serving dish. This mixture will keep, refrigerated in a covered container, at least three weeks.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake wrapped figs about 35 minutes, until golden. Some of the figs may have oozed residue of the port which can be brushed off. Serve the baked figs at once or let cool and refrigerate or freeze. To reheat, let them come to room temperature, then warm at 250 degrees for 15 minutes. Serve with port-mustard sauce alongside for dipping.

Tips:

  • Make sure to use fresh figs for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have goat cheese, you can substitute another type of soft cheese, such as feta or brie.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the filling, such as chopped nuts, dried fruit, or honey.
  • If you want to make the appetizers ahead of time, you can assemble them and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Be careful not to overcook the appetizers, as the figs will become tough.

Conclusion:

Figs in a Blanket with Goat Cheese are a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover figs. So next time you have a party or gathering, give this recipe a try. Your guests will love them!

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