Cream Cheese Dried Fig and Walnut Spread
Elevate your next gathering with this luxurious Cream Cheese Dried Fig and Walnut Spread—a perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and creamy flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines rich cream cheese with diced dried figs, toasted walnuts, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of honey, creating a decadent spread that's as versatile as it is delicious. Whether paired with crispy crackers, buttery crostini, or fresh fruit slices, this appetizer is guaranteed to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's an effortless choice for dinner parties, holiday celebrations, or an indulgent snack. Make-ahead friendly and bursting with flavor, this spread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 6 pieces dried figs
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 15 minutes to make it easier to mix.
Toast the walnuts by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for 3-5 minutes until they smell nutty and are slightly golden. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
Chop the toasted walnuts coarsely and set aside.
Dice the dried figs into small pieces, removing any hard stems if present.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, honey, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined using a spatula or a hand mixer on low speed.
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and dried figs until evenly distributed throughout the spread.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish or a storage container. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.8 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.5 g | 248% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 31.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1017 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.5 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 881 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
