Sika Sto Fourno Baked Figs with Red Wine
Indulge in the warm, aromatic elegance of Sika Sto Fourno Baked Figs with Red Wine, a Mediterranean-inspired dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Fresh figs are gently baked in a luscious red wine sauce infused with honey, orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla, creating a symphony of rich, spiced flavors. As they bake, the figs soften and caramelize, soaking up the sauce’s fragrant essence. A finishing touch of butter adds depth, while optional chopped walnuts or pistachios provide a delightful crunch. Serve these luxurious baked figs warm, drizzled with the reduced wine syrup, and pair them with creamy Greek yogurt or mascarpone for a decadent, balanced treat. Perfect for entertaining or an intimate dinner, this dessert captures the essence of seasonal simplicity and gourmet charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces fresh figs
- 250 ml red wine
- 60 ml honey
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 15 grams unsalted butter
- 30 grams chopped walnuts or pistachios (optional, for garnish)
- 120 grams plain Greek yogurt or mascarpone (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Gently wash the figs and pat them dry with a paper towel. Using a sharp knife, make a small cross-shaped incision at the top of each fig without cutting all the way through, allowing the fruit to slightly open up during baking.
Arrange the prepared figs in a small baking dish so they fit snugly in a single layer.
In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, honey, orange zest, cinnamon stick, cloves, and vanilla extract. Place the saucepan on medium heat and stir the mixture until the honey is fully dissolved. Bring it to a gentle simmer, then remove it from the heat.
Pour the warm red wine mixture evenly over the figs in the baking dish. Add small pieces of the butter around the figs for added richness.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the figs are soft, slightly caramelized, and the sauce has thickened.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the figs to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the baked figs to serving plates and drizzle them generously with the reduced red wine sauce from the baking dish.
For an optional garnish, sprinkle with chopped walnuts or pistachios. Serve alongside a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or mascarpone for an extra layer of creaminess.
Enjoy this elegant dessert warm, and savor the harmonious blend of flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.1 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 462 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2128 mg | 45% | |
*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.
