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Perfect Honey Roasted Figs with Goat Cheese Crostini

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A simple and elegant snack featuring slow-roasted figs drizzled with honey, paired with creamy goat cheese on toasted baguette slices. Perfect for a quiet celebration or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 12 medium fresh figs, rinsed and halved
  • 3 tablespoons mild floral honey
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) fresh goat cheese, softened
  • 1 fresh baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) rounds
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and pat dry the figs. Cut each fig in half lengthwise and place cut side up in a mixing bowl.
  3. Drizzle 3 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice over the figs. Add a pinch of sea salt and gently toss to coat without breaking the figs.
  4. Arrange the figs cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
  5. Roast figs in the oven for 15-20 minutes until tender and caramelized on the edges.
  6. While figs roast, slice the baguette into 1/2-inch rounds. Arrange on a separate baking sheet.
  7. Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
  8. Toast the crostini in the oven during the last 8-10 minutes of fig roasting, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Remove figs and crostini from the oven. Let figs cool slightly to set.
  10. Spread a generous layer of softened goat cheese on each crostini.
  11. Top each crostini with one or two honey roasted fig halves.
  12. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and a crack of black pepper. Optionally drizzle a little more honey.
  13. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

If figs are too juicy, pat them dry before roasting to avoid soggy crostini. Toast crostini carefully to prevent burning. Fresh thyme is classic but rosemary or mint can be used. For dairy-free, substitute goat cheese with nut-based or vegan cheese. Gluten-free bread can be used for a gluten-free option. Leftover figs can be refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat gently. Toast crostini fresh before serving.

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