When it comes to the best fruits to add to your recipes, figs are probably the most underrated of the bunch. Not only are these sweet fall fruits delicious, they're also incredibly versatile, adding great flavor to anything from a fresh fall salad to a tasty appetizer dish — not to mention they're simply amazing in jams, pastries and desserts! If you need more ideas on how to incorporate these juicy, flavor-packed bites into your meals, though, we've rounded up some of the best fig recipes here, so you can easily make the most out of these luscious fall fruits when they're in season.
Not sure which recipe to try out first? We've got everything from delicious mains and healthy sides to creative salads, snacks, and finger foods (and don't worry, we didn't forget the essential easy fall dessert recipes, either!). Whether you're enjoying them for breakfast, lunch or dinner, these mouthwatering dishes pair figs together with some of the best flavors of the season, like prosciutto, gorgonzola and even cream cheese and gingersnaps. No matter which of these scrumptious dishes you try, you'll definitely be calling figs your new favorite fruit in no time!
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Fig & Ham Tapas Toast
Brunch just got a whole lot tastier with this toast topped with sweet fig jam, salty Serrano ham and fresh arugula.
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Brussels Sprouts With Pepitas and Figs
Add sweet figs (and pepitas!) for the ultimate way to dress up your brussels sprouts.
Get the recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Pepitas and Figs »
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Honey Balsamic Fig Jam
Because if there's one thing you should make with fresh figs, it's a delicious jar of jam!
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Jammy Brie Cups
Of course, once you make a good fig jam, you can use it on anything and everything — including these yummy pastry brie cups.
Get the recipe for Jammy Brie Cups »
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Fresh Fig Crostata With Ricotta and Honey
An ultimate trio of sweet honey, creamy ricotta, and fresh figs make this crostata tart the most satisfying snack ever.
Get the recipe from Country Living »
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6
Fig Compote and Cheese Breakfast Pastry Pockets
Sweet figs and cream cheese in a warm, crispy breakfast pastry? Yes, please!
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Fig, Olive Oil and Sea Salt Challah
If you're a fan of the sweet-and-salty combo, you'll definitely love this challah bread recipe.
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Figs With Walnuts and Gorgonzola
You'll get all three of autumn's best flavors — figs, walnuts, and gorgonzola — in one scrumptious bite.
Get the recipe from Woman's Day »
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Fig Bars With Red Wine and Anise Seeds
Making Fig Newtons is a must, obviously — and this grown-up version even has anise seeds (and red wine) in the filling!
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Fig Prosciutto Pizza
When in doubt, make pizza — especially if it's pizza that combines prosciutto with fresh figs, arugula and mozzarella.
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Caramelized Figs With Cheese and Gingersnaps
Consider this your next go-to fall treat (it counts as a daily serving of fruit, right?!).
Get the recipe from A Spicy Perspective »
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Whole Wheat Chocolate Almond Butter Fig Bread
Decadent chocolate, silky almond butter and fresh figs? Our mouths are watering just looking at this one.
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Fig, Feta & Mint Crostini
Top toasted baguette slices with crumbly feta, mint leaves, and fresh figs for a perfect light bite or party snack.
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Fig & Arugula Salad With Pistachio Pesto
Looking for the ultimate fall salad? This one adds luscious figs to a mouthwatering mix of arugula, burrata, and pistachio pesto.
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Honey Cake With Figs and Whipped Cream Cheese
Don't forget the drizzle of honey on this decadent cake for the finishing touch!
Get the recipe from Wood and Spoon »
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Instant Pot Apple Fig Compote
Healthy, delicious and super easy to make in your Instant pot. What more can you ask for in a fruit compote?
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Baked Goat Cheese Dip With Bacon, Figs and Pecans
As if a creamy goat cheese dip itself isn't tempting enough, this recipe also calls for crispy bacon bits and candied pecans.
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Balsamic Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini
Fresh figs, balsamic vinegar, goat cheese and olive oil come together on baguette slices to make an instant crowd-pleaser.
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Spice Roasted Figs With Hazelnuts and Vanilla Ice Cream
The best way to upgrade plain vanilla ice cream? With spice roasted figs and rich hazelnuts, of course.
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Creamy Pumpkin Orzo With Figs and Spinach
Toss sautéed shallots, garlic, sage, and juicy figs in a creamy pumpkin puree sauce for a pasta that basically tastes like fall in a dish!
