Very Yummy Fig Jam and Cream Cheese Spread or Salad Dressing
Elevate your culinary game with this versatile Very Yummy Fig Jam and Cream Cheese Spread or Salad Dressing! Bursting with the sweet, earthy flavor of fresh figs, this recipe combines the natural richness of cream cheese with a touch of honey and a hint of bright lemon juice. Whether served as a luxuriously creamy spread for bagels, crackers, or toast, or whisked into a silky, olive-oil-infused salad dressing, this recipe is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just 20 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for entertaining or adding a gourmet touch to everyday meals. Try this delightful fig and cream cheese creation and transform your snacks or salads into unforgettable experiences!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces fresh figs
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by washing the fresh figs thoroughly. Remove the stems and cut each fig into quarters.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the figs, honey, and water. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs break down and the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Allow the fig jam mixture to cool completely (around 10 minutes).
4. In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and use a fork or whisk to soften it until smooth.
5. Once the fig jam has cooled, fold it into the softened cream cheese. Mix until well combined but leave some streaks of fig for added visual appeal if serving as a spread. For a smoother texture, blend the mixture using a food processor.
6. To turn this into a salad dressing, add the olive oil, a small pinch of salt, and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper to the fig and cream cheese mixture. Whisk thoroughly until emulsified.
7. Serve the spread immediately with crackers, bagels, or toast. Alternatively, drizzle the dressing over your favorite fresh green salad. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1013 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1121 mg | 24% | |
*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.
