Elegant Fig Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Almonds Recipe

Name: Elegant Fig Appetizers with Goat Cheese and Almonds Recipe
Total time: 25 mins
Ingredients: 12 fresh figs, halved; 4 ounces herbed goat cheese (chevre); 24 almonds; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

This delightful appetizer combines the best of fresh fig flavors, tangy goat cheese, salty almonds, sweet honey, and balsamic vinegar creating a delicious and visually appealing treat. Arrange the figs in a circular pattern, with the tops facing inward, to create a beautiful flower effect, making it a wonderful addition to any bridal shower menu. For an extra touch, try using Marcona almonds, a Spanish variety known for their unique flavor that resembles a cross between an almond and a cashew.

Total time25 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time5 mins
Yield2 dozen appetizers, 12

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

Position an oven rack approximately 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to high.
Place the fig halves, cut sides up, on a baking sheet. Top each fig half with about ½ teaspoon of goat cheese and place 1 almond on top of each goat cheese dollop, gently pressing it into the fig.
Broil in the preheated oven until the cheese softens and the almonds turn a rich shade of brown, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Arrange the figs on a serving platter and drizzle with honey and balsamic vinegar. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 91 kcal
Fat Content: 4 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 10 g
Sodium Content: 50 mg
Protein Content: 3 g
Cholesterol Content: 8 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 12 g
Saturated Fat Content: 2 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g