Stuffed figs are a delicious and elegant appetizer that are often served at events and gatherings. They are usually filled with a variety of ingredients, such as cheese, nuts, or honey, and then wrapped in prosciutto or bacon. The combination of the sweet, juicy figs with the savory and salty filling makes for a perfect bite-sized treat. Stuffed figs were served at the conference I attended couple of years ago. I recreated this recipe myself it quickly became my go to recipe for appetizers. Here is my stuffed fig appetizer recipe.
Stuffed fig appetizer recipe
Ingredients:
- 12 fresh figs
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened( Use plant-based cream cheese if you wish)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 12 thin slices of prosciutto
Instructions:
- Cut off the stem end of each fig and slice in half lengthwise.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped walnuts, and honey.
- Fill each fig half with the cream cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed fig half with a slice of prosciutto, securing with a toothpick.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
To serve, you can arrange the prosciutto-wrapped figs on a platter with some fresh herbs or greens for garnish. You can also serve them with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor. These cream cheese stuffed figs wrapped in prosciutto make a delicious and elegant appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They’re easy to make and require no baking, making them a great choice for a quick and easy appetizer.
