Salted Caramel & Dark Chocolate Figs |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Hereâs a special appetizer that wonât last long! Fruit, caramel and rich dark chocolate add a sweet touch to this grown-up dipped fruit. âSimple & Delicious Test Kitchen Ingredients:
12 large toothpicks |
12 dried figs |
4 ounces fresh goat cheese |
1 teaspoon honey |
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar |
1 package (11 ounces) kraft caramel bits |
2 tablespoons water |
1/3 cup finely chopped almonds |
1-1/2 cups dark chocolate chips, melted |
coarse sea salt |
Directions:
1. Line a baking sheet with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside.
2. Insert a toothpick into each fig. Make a 1/2-in. cut on the side of each fig. Combine the cheese, honey and vinegar in a small bowl. Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag. Pipe cheese mixture into figs.
3. Melt caramels and water in a microwave; stir until smooth. Dip each fig into caramel; turn to coat. Place on prepared pan; let stand until set.
4. Place almonds in a small shallow bowl. Dip bottom third of each fig into melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Dip into almonds and sprinkle with salt. Return to pan; let stand until set. Yield: 1 dozen.
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