Description
Baked Feta and Figs is a delightful winter appetizer that marries the sweetness of ripe figs and juicy grapes with the creamy richness of feta cheese. This simple one-pan dish elevates your holiday gatherings, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With just 10 minutes of prep, it’s an effortless way to impress guests while allowing you to enjoy the festivities without spending hours in the kitchen. Drizzled with balsamic vinegar and honey, and infused with fresh thyme, this recipe delivers comfort and sophistication in every bite. Serve it alongside toasted baguette slices or as part of a festive cheese platter for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 figs, halved (mission figs preferred)
- 10 oz seedless grapes
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 block Greek feta in brine
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Toss figs and grapes on a baking sheet with balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and half the honey. Bake for 8 minutes.
- Add feta to the center of the baking sheet, drizzle with remaining olive oil and honey, sprinkle with Aleppo pepper, and place thyme around it.
- Return to oven for another 15 minutes until figs are jammy and grapes burst.
- For a golden top, switch oven to broil for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Serve warm with toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg