Description
This Baked Fig Cream Cheese Dip is a golden, gooey delight — rich cream cheese topped with sweet figs, honey, and toasted nuts. Perfectly baked until bubbly and caramelized, it’s the ultimate appetizer that’s elegant yet effortlessly simple.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup fresh or dried figs, chopped
2 tbsp chopped pistachios or walnuts
1 tbsp olive oil (for baking dish)
Crackers, crostini, or apple slices, for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish with olive oil.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
3. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared dish.
4. Top with chopped figs and sprinkle with nuts.
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and bubbly around the edges.
6. Remove from oven and drizzle with extra honey.
7. Serve warm with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit.
Notes
Use a mix of fresh and dried figs for extra texture and flavor.
Top with rosemary or thyme for a savory touch.
Try swapping honey for maple syrup for a deeper, autumn-inspired sweetness.
Pairs beautifully with sparkling wine or crisp white wine — perfect for entertaining!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked fig cream cheese dip, fig honey dip, sweet savory appetizer, cream cheese bake, party dip, elegant appetizer