Name: Bacon Wrapped Figs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 9 ounces dried mission figs ((24 figs)); 1 pound pepper bacon; Maple Syrup (for dipping (optional))

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The perfect blend of sweet and salty, Bacon Wrapped Figs is a unique appetizer that will impress your guests!

Talk about easy. These Bacon Wrapped Figs only take 20 minutes to make and are sweet, salty, peppery, and delicious all in one bite. This simple 2-ingredient appetizer is the answer to all of your entertaining prayers.

bacon wrapped fig being dipped into maple syrup with recipe name at the bottom

GETTING FANCY WITH FIGS

I know figs aren’t precisely the first ingredient you think of when deciding what appetizers to serve, but figs are sweet and delicious, and these happen to be wrapped in bacon! You also can’t go wrong with any 2-ingredient recipe that you can prep in advance and cook in 20 minutes!

If you’re still feeling fancy, you may want to give Salmon Smoked Crostini or Baked Brie a try at your next engagement.

OTHER RECIPES TO SERVE WITH BACON WRAPPED FIGS

Cracker Canapes – Nothing beats a table full of delicious appetizers, and these canapes offer something for everyone!
Refrigerator Pickles – Impress your guests with homemade pickle slices on your next charcuterie board.
Herb and Garlic Marinated Olives – These salty and addicting marinated olives are a personal favorite of mine.

INGREDIENTS

Figs: I personally use dried figs in this recipe. The main reason is that you can find dried figs year-round in any grocery store. Fresh figs work great too, but they’re typically only in season during the summer months.

Bacon: Trust me when I say you’ll want to use pepper bacon for this recipe! You won’t regret it!

HOW TO MAKE BACON WRAPPED FIGS

STEP ONE: Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees F. Next, line a baking sheet with foil and set it aside. Continue by cutting the bacon strips in half. Wrap 1/2 slice of peppered bacon around each fig and secure it with a toothpick. Place the wrapped figs on the lined baking sheet, seam side down.

dried mission figs wrapped in thick-cut pepper bacon on a foil lined baking sheet

STEP TWO: Place the wrapped figs in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is perfectly cooked. The bacon will be crispy, not mushy. Remove the figs from the oven and plate them on your favorite platter to serve.

baked bacon wrapped figs on a baking sheet

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

It is possible to overcook the bacon as well as undercook it. Keep an eye on them in the oven, so they don’t get too crispy. This isn’t the time or place for burnt bacon!
I mentioned it already, but the peppered bacon is key in balancing the fig’s sweetness with the bacon’s saltiness.

side view of cooked bacon wrapped figs on a baking sheet

CAN I PREP BACON WRAPPED FIGS IN ADVANCE

Sure can! This is one of my favorite recipes because you can do all the prep work ahead of time! You can quickly wrap the figs in the peppered bacon and place them in a container and pop it in the fridge for up to 2 days until they’re ready to go in the oven. They’re the perfect app for your next party and a great time-saver if you’re planning in advance.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BACON WRAPPED FIGS

This Bacon Wrapped Fig recipe will elevate your charcuterie board game to the next level! Serve these tasty figs with the usual selection of cheeses, salami, fresh fruits, and crackers. Then surprise everyone with some Tomato Jam, a fresh homemade Three Olive Tapenade, and the real star- Bacon Wrapped Figs! You can even serve them with a side of honey or maple syrup for dipping!

looking down at a hand taking a bacon wrapped figs from the plate

OTHER INSPIRED APPETIZERS

*This post was originally posted on 04/02/2020