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    Home » Recipes » 5 Ingredients or Less

    Easy Honey-baked Figs

    Published: Sep 3, 2020 · Modified: Dec 21, 2021 by Voula with 3 Comments

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    These easy, honey-baked figs are a classy way to end a meal. A simple, light dessert that you can make in less than an hour.

    baked figs with Greek yogurt

    I love perfectly ripe fresh figs! Not only do they taste great, but they are nutritional powerhouses, too -  high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals!

    Luckily, here in Greece, there are plenty of figs and lots of different varieties. The most popular ones are green and black.

    For this recipe, I used a variety called Vasilika, or Royal figs. They're dark purple, but some have green and pale yellow streaks, too. I like them because they’re a bit sweeter than the green ones. You can use any variety, really, as long as they're fresh.

    These honey-baked figs are divine and so EASY to make! You only need 5 ingredients!  

    Love desserts with fresh fruit? Try my easy strawberry and apple crumble, my fresh fig crumble tart, and my easy apple crisp!

    Whenever I have fresh figs, I usually make jam, but this year, I wanted to develop a new recipe. I decided to infuse different flavors together and bake them. I was really surprised with the outcome! 

    I serve them over Greek yogurt (pictured in this post). They look so elegant with the flower-like shape! Perfect for a dinner party!

    Aaaaaand, they’re absolutely AMAZING with vanilla ice cream (just about everything is, right?). Of course, they’re great on their own, too!

    baked figs with greek yogurt

    Table of Contents

    • What do these honey-baked figs taste like?
    • WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE EASY HONEY-BAKED FIGS
    • HOW TO MAKE EASY HONEY-BAKED FIGS
    • TIPS FOR SUCCESS
    • IDEAS FOR SERVING HONEY-BAKED FIGS
    • MORE DESSERTS WITH FRESH FRUIT
    • Easy Honey-baked Figs
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Notes

    What do these honey-baked figs taste like?

    I would say the taste is a combination of honey and jam, but with a mild, sweet flavor and a hint of nuttiness. The spices, honey, and cognac really enhance the delicate flavors of the fruit. The brown sugar adds a subtle caramel flavor that compliments the figs really well and gently caramelizes them. When you take them out of the oven, there's a gorgeous red syrup in the baking dish - so good!

    WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE EASY HONEY-BAKED FIGS

    Fresh figs - Any variety will do.

    Honey - For this recipe, I used Greek flower honey. For a vegan alternative, use maple syrup, instead. 

    Dark brown sugar - Perfect for a nice caramel undertone.

    Spices - I use cinnamon and nutmeg.

    Cognac/Brandy - It adds a nice aroma and really captures the overall flavor without being boozy. Instead of cognac or brandy, you could add a sweet wine, like Mavrodafni. 

    HOW TO MAKE EASY HONEY-BAKED FIGS

    They are really simple to make. Here’s what to do:

    baked figs steps

    TIPS FOR SUCCESS

    • You can use any variety of fresh figs, but I find the darker ones are better for this recipe, especially when they are ripe.
    • When you cut the figs, make sure you don’t cut all the way through. That way they keep their pretty flower shape after baking.
    • Use a small baking pan so that the figs are close together and hold their shape. I used a 9 x 6.5 inch / 23 x 16.5 cm pan.
    • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

    IDEAS FOR SERVING HONEY-BAKED FIGS

    Here are a few ideas you may want to try:

    • Serve them just as they are! If you're a fig lover, you will really like them on their own, especially with some walnuts. 
    • With Greek yogurt. The tanginess of the yogurt really pairs well with the syrup and the fruit. If you’re entertaining, this would make a very impressive dessert, too!
    • With vanilla ice cream. OMG! A remarkable combination!
    • Over oatmeal. This would make a nice breakfast.
    • With bread. You could have them over slices of sourdough bread as a snack or appetizer.
    • With cheese. Add them to your cheese board for a Mediterranian twist! In Greece, they’re sometimes served on top of Greek gruyere cheese or goat cheese. 

    Enjoy!

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    Let me know how these honey-baked figs turn out for you in the comments below! I'd love to hear from you!

    ~Voula

    baked figs with greek yogurt
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    Easy Honey-baked Figs

    These easy, honey-baked figs are a classy way to end a meal. A simple, light dessert that you can make in less than an hour.
    Course Appetizer, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American, Greek
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 6

    Ingredients

    • 12 fresh figs
    • 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • 3 tablespoons cognac or brandy
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • a pinch of freshly ground nutmeg (optional)
    • Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream and a few walnuts (optional)

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 392 °F / 200 °C.
    • Wash the figs and pat them dry.
    • Cut the figs into quarters, but not all the way through.
    • Line the figs in a pan and open them like a flower.
    • In a small bowl, mix the honey and sugar together.
    • Add a teaspoon of the sugar mixture inside the center of each fig.
    • Pour the cognac/brandy over the figs.
    • Add the nutmeg and cinnamon sticks and bake for about 25 minutes.
    • Remove from the oven and cool for about 5 minutes.
    • Serve with Greek yogurt, vanilla ice cream, or on their own. Garnish with some walnuts, if desired.
    • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Picture Tutorial & Tips: I have a detailed picture tutorial in my post to help you out with each step of the recipe as well as lots of tips to ensure success.
    • You can use any variety of fresh figs, but I find the darker ones are better for this recipe, especially when they are ripe.
    • When you cut the figs, make sure you don’t cut all the way through. That way they keep their pretty flower shape after baking.
    • Use a small baking pan so that the figs are close together and hold their shape. I used a 9 x 6.5 inch / 23 x 16.5 cm pan.
     
    Baking Measurements: I have used weight measurements for all the recipes on this website. Even though I have also included American volume measurements for convenience, I highly recommend using a digital kitchen scale to weigh all ingredients for the most accurate measurements. Digital kitchen scales are more precise than cups, which is so important in baking, and they give the most accurate, consistent results. Happy baking!
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    1. IAKOVOS VAIS

      September 27, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      5 stars
      I need this now in my belly ... NOW !!!!

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    2. ashok

      November 09, 2020 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      Guys, Thanks For sharing this Great Recipe. My Family Loved it. I am definitely sharing this recipe and this website with my friend. Hope they also love it. Thank you again for sharing such a great recipe.

      Reply
      • Voula

        November 09, 2020 at 7:30 pm

        Thank you! I'm glad you liked it!

        Reply

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