Easy Honey Roasted Figs
These easy, honey roasted figs are a classy way to end a meal. A simple, light dessert that you can make in less than an hour.
Servings 12
Equipment
- 1 baking dish (I used a 9 x 6.5 inch / 23 x 16.5 cm pan)
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.12 fresh figs
- 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.2 tablespoons honey, 4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- Add a teaspoon of the sugar mixture inside the center of each fig.
- Pour the cognac/brandy over the figs.3 tablespoons cognac or brandy
- Sprinkle the ground nutmeg on top and add the cinnamon sticks.a pinch of freshly ground nutmeg, 2 cinnamon sticks
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the figs soften and create a caramelized syrup.
- 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.Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream and a few walnuts
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Tips for Success
- Use Fresh Figs: Choose ripe but firm figs for the best results; avoid mushy ones.
- Cut Carefully: Slice the figs without cutting all the way through, so they keep their flower shape after baking.
- Choose the Right Pan: A small baking pan (around 9 x 6.5 inches / 23 x 16.5 cm) keeps the figs close together and helps them hold their shape. If shape isn’t a concern, a baking sheet works too.
- Watch the Time: Don’t overbake the fruit; the figs should be soft, slightly sticky, and jammy.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the figs rest a bit before enjoying them.
