Bacon Wrapped Figs
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4.4
Bacon Wrapped Figs
Description
This recipe wraps each fig, typically dried but optionally fresh, with a half-strip of pepper bacon and secures it with a toothpick. They are baked at high heat until the bacon crisps, offering a smoky and slightly spicy exterior with a soft, sweet fig center. The figs provide natural sweetness that balances the savory bacon.
The combination creates a bite-sized treat with a mix of chewiness from the fig and crispness from the bacon. Serving these warm alongside a maple syrup dipping option adds a layer of sweetness that complements the bacon's saltiness.
This appetizer works well as finger food at gatherings or as a simple savory snack. The recipe's note mentions the option to use fresh figs when in season, which can alter the texture slightly but maintains the overall concept.
Ingredients
- 9 ounces Mission figs 24 figs, dried
- 1 pound pepper bacon
- maple syrup for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.
- Cut the bacon strips in half so that you have 24 short strips.
- Wrap one short bacon strip around a fig and secure it with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining figs and bacon. Place the figs onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the bacon is cooked and crispy.
- Remove from oven and transfer figs to a serving platter. Serve warm with maple syrup for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- Dried Mission figs are preferred for their chewy texture and concentrated sweetness, but fresh figs can be used when available for a softer bite.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 60 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3figs | |
| Calories | 60kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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