Fig and Blue Cheese Appetizer Tarts

Fig and Blue Cheese Appetizer Tarts
60 min.
16
142kcal

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Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and savory with these Fig and Blue Cheese Appetizer Tarts, perfect for any gathering or special occasion. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can impress your guests with a gourmet treat that looks as good as it tastes. The rich, creamy blue cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet, caramelized figs, creating a flavor explosion that will leave everyone wanting more.

These tarts are not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them an ideal addition to your appetizer spread. The flaky crescent dough serves as the perfect base, providing a light and airy texture that complements the rich filling. Topped with crunchy pecans, each bite offers a satisfying crunch that contrasts wonderfully with the creamy cheese and soft figs.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a holiday, or simply looking for a tasty snack, these Fig and Blue Cheese Appetizer Tarts are sure to be a hit. With only 142 calories per serving, you can enjoy these delectable bites without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dish that will tantalize the taste buds and elevate your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • oz cheese blue crumbled
  • 12 oz regular crescent rolls pillsbury® canned
  • cup figs dried coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup orange marmalade sweet
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped fisher® naturals®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix cream cheese and blue cheese with fork until well blended; set aside.
  2. In 1-quart saucepan, stir marmalade and vinegar over low heat until mixed; stir in figs. Cook over low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until figs are softened.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Remove crescent dough from package, but do not unroll.
  5. Cut roll of dough into 16 slices. On 2 ungreased cookie sheets, place slices 2 inches apart. Press center of each slice to make indentation, 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
  6. Place 1 heaping teaspoon cheese mixture into each well. Top cheese with about 1 tablespoon fig mixture and 1 1/2 teaspoon pecans.
  7. Bake 15 to 19 minutes or golden brown.
  8. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling rack; cool 10 minutes.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories142kcal
Protein6.25%
Fat51.89%
Carbs41.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.25
Glycemic Load
1.69
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9956521676934%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Catechin
0.48mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.72kcal
7.09%
Fat:8.59g
13.22%
Saturated Fat:3.13g
19.54%
Carbohydrates:15.6g
5.2%
Net Carbohydrates:14.81g
5.38%
Sugar:8g
8.89%
Cholesterol:3.99mg
1.33%
Sodium:231.44mg
10.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.33g
4.66%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.82%
Calcium:38.07mg
3.81%
Phosphorus:32.66mg
3.27%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Copper:0.06mg
2.92%
Iron:0.45mg
2.48%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.21%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.14%
Magnesium:8.2mg
2.05%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.96%
Potassium:65.97mg
1.88%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.68%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.66%
Selenium:0.96µg
1.37%
Vitamin A:66.56IU
1.33%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.08%