Gorgonzola-Stuffed Figs
A delightful appetizer featuring fresh figs stuffed with creamy Gorgonzola cheese, wrapped in savory prosciutto, and baked to perfection. A sweet and savory delight that is a perfect balance of flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 90cal
Carbohydrate: 9g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: – -mg
Difficulty Level: easy
15 min Prep
12 min Cook
27 min Total
12 Servings
Ingredients
- 12 fresh figs
- 3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 6 slices of prosciutto, halved lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Rinse the figs under cold water and gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Be careful not to bruise them as they can be quite delicate.
- Using a small pairing knife, make a small cross cut on top of each fig, making sure not to cut all the way through. You want to create a pocket to hold the filling.
- Gently open the figs and fill each one with about 1/2 teaspoon of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. Don’t overfill as this can make the figs difficult to wrap.
- Wrap each cheese-filled fig with a half piece of prosciutto, ensuring the prosciutto overlaps slightly to secure the cheese inside.
- Arrange the wrapped figs on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them with olive oil and honey. If using, sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and fresh herbs over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy and the cheese is slightly melted. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Transfer to a serving platter.
- Enjoy these delicious Gorgonzola-Stuffed Figs as an appetizer or snack.
