Sweet, savory, and salty Bacon Wrapped Figs are an easy holiday appetizer idea that looks super fancy! With herbed goat cheese tucked inside, each bite is perfection, this is a recipe that will definitely impress your guests.
Tis the season appetizers, cookies, and cocktails! And this Bacon Wrapped Fig number is here to be your go-to anytime you’re entertaining or want to bring a little something special with you to a party. Usually bacon wrapped dates are the thing this time of year, and people typically stuff them with a cream cheese mixture of sorts. They are delicious but I wanted to change it up and since I love figs and goat cheese, that’s the route I went. Y’all they are like bacon candy! Incredible. (For a spicy bacon-wrapped app, try my Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapeños!)
Why These Bacon Wrapped Figs Will Be the Hit of Your Holiday Get-Together
Holidays, game day, celebrations, Sunday afternoons—you will want to make these little beauties all the dang time. Here’s what makes them such a hit.
- Sweet. Salty. Crispy. Cheesy. What more could you ask for! Oh yeah, fresh herbs to add that little high-end touch, that’s what! These bacon wrapped figs truly have it all.
- Easy to make. And not only do they come together with minimal effort, they’re also great for prepping in advance, which is always awesome when you’re hosting a party!
- Short list of ingredients. Because let’s be honest, the grocery store is NOT a fun experience in the lead-up to holidays. You want to get in and out! Grab what you need and go! You only need 6 ingredients for this recipe, and one of them is garlic powder, which you probably have on hand.
What You’ll Need
Now here’s where we talk about that short ingredient list! Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Dried figs – Or fresh if you can find them.
- Bacon – Cut the slices into thirds.
- Goat cheese – This is sometimes labeled as chèvre.
- Fresh herbs – I use a mix of rosemary, thyme, and sage.
- Garlic powder – For garlicky flavor without the sharpness of fresh.
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Figs
- Prepare. Preheat your oven to 375ºF and bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Drop the dried figs into the water, then remove from heat. Let the figs sit in the water until they are rehydrated and plump. (You can skip this if you’re using fresh figs.) Transfer the figs to a paper towel lined plate and pat dry.
- Make the filling. Stir together the goat cheese, rosemary, thyme, sage and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Stuff and wrap. Snip the stems off of the figs and cut a slit into them for stuffing. Add the goat cheese mixture inside, then wrap with the bacon and secure with a toothpick. Set on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the seam side down.
- Bake. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
Variations
Want to switch things up? Here are a few ideas I’ve tried, or come up with your own variation!
- Use dates if you can’t find figs. Or make some figs and some dates for variety! The process is the same for both.
- Swap out the goat cheese. Not a fan of goat cheese? You can use cream cheese instead.
- Add a drizzle. Before serving, drizzle a syrupy balsamic glaze or honey over the bacon wrapped figs for a little extra somethin’-somethin’.
What to Serve With Bacon Wrapped Figs
Serve this recipe with other fancy apps like Cheesy Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms, Bread Dipping Oil with a good crusty bread, or Baked Brie with Fig Jam. These would also be a fun addition to a Gorgeous Charcuterie Board!
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
- Refrigerator: Store leftover bacon wrapped figs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: To freeze, arrange the cooked bacon wrapped figs in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer them to a freezer bag or container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- To reheat: For the best texture, reheat bacon wrapped figs in a 400°F oven or air fryer until warmed through and the bacon is crisp again. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the bacon rubbery.
More Holiday Appetizer Ideas
Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Figs
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 25 bacon wrapped figs 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Description
Sweet, savory, and salty Bacon Wrapped Figs are an easy holiday appetizer idea that looks super fancy! With herbed goat cheese tucked inside, this is a recipe that will definitely impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 25 dried figs
- 8–9 strips of bacon, cut into thirds
- 3 oz. goat cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Fill a medium sauce pan with water. Bring to a boil.
- Add dry figs to saucepan. Remove from heat and let figs sit for 5-10 minutes. Until they are plump.
- Remove figs from water and place on a paper towel lined plate. Pat dry.
- In a small bowl, add goat cheese, rosemary, thyme, sage and garlic powder. Using a fork mix everything together.
- Snip the stems of the figs and cut a slit in the figs (enough to stuff it with cheese) about a 1/2″.
- Stuff each fig with the goat cheese mixture then wrap with pre-sliced bacon and secure with a toothpick in them. Place wrapped figs on parchment paper lined baking sheet seam side down.
- Repeat process until on figs are stuffed and wrapped.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 figs
- Calories: 86
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 115 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 9 mg
