Baked Figs with Grand Marnier and Whipped Cream

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Baked Figs with Grand Marnier and Whipped Cream
45 min.
6
282kcal

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Indulge in the exquisite taste of Baked Figs with Grand Marnier and Whipped Cream, a delightful treat that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of fresh figs with the elegant richness of orange-flavored liqueur. This vegetarian and gluten-free dessert is not only a visual delight, presenting an array of luscious figs glazed in a syrupy sauce, but it also offers a uniquely indulgent flavor experience that will captivate your taste buds.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this sophisticated dish serves up to 6 people, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, celebrations or simply an everyday treat. The fusion of warm baked figs, lightly caramelized in a buttery orange syrup, combined with the airy, fluffy whipped cream creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. As the figs bake, they become tender and luscious, soaking up the sweet and aromatic notes of Grand Marnier, creating a heavenly dessert that is sure to impress.

Perfect as an antipasti, starter, or a delightful snack, this recipe highlights the beautiful simplicity of fresh ingredients while adding a touch of elegance to your table. So, whether you’re hosting a chic dinner party, or looking for a sweet snack to savor on a cozy evening, Baked Figs with Grand Marnier and Whipped Cream is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

  • 12  figs fresh
  • 0.3 cup grand marnier orange-flavored
  • cup heavy cream chilled
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • stove

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  2. Prick bottom of each fig several times and stand figs in a buttered 9- to 10-inch flameproof gratin dish or ovenproof skillet.
  3. Sprinkle figs with 1/3 cup sugar, then add water to dish.
  4. Bake figs in middle of oven, basting twice with pan juices, until tender, about 30 minutes.
  5. Transfer dish to stovetop, then add 1/4 cup Grand Marnier and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
  6. Remove from heat and carefully ignite pan juices. After flames subside, juices should be syrupy. If pan juices are too thin, transfer figs to a shallow serving bowl, then boil juices until syrupy and slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes, and pour over figs.
  7. Beat cream with remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and tablespoon liqueur using an electric mixer until it holds soft peaks.
  8. Serve figs, warm or at room temperature, with syrup and cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories282kcal
Protein2.71%
Fat47.55%
Carbs49.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.85
Glycemic Load
17.7
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.7430435263592%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.5mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
1.59mg
Epicatechin
0.5mg
Quercetin
5.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.93kcal
14.1%
Fat:14.68g
22.59%
Saturated Fat:9.19g
57.46%
Carbohydrates:34.56g
11.52%
Net Carbohydrates:31.66g
11.51%
Sugar:31.71g
35.24%
Cholesterol:44.82mg
14.94%
Sodium:13.59mg
0.59%
Alcohol:2.56g
100%
Alcohol %:1.8%
100%
Protein:1.89g
3.77%
Vitamin A:725.1IU
14.5%
Fiber:2.9g
11.6%
Potassium:272.86mg
7.8%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.52%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.53%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.34%
Calcium:61.98mg
6.2%
Vitamin K:5.97µg
5.69%
Magnesium:20.27mg
5.07%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.56%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.23%
Copper:0.08mg
4.11%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.01%
Phosphorus:37.6mg
3.76%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.17%
Vitamin C:2.24mg
2.71%
Iron:0.42mg
2.34%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.2%
Selenium:1.49µg
2.12%
Folate:7.59µg
1.9%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.06%
Source:Epicurious