How to bake figs in the oven is here. With hazelnuts and vanilla ice cream on top, this is a good dessert that is family friendly. You will feel no guilt enjoying these caramelized treats after dinner.

Around this time of year there are fruits a plenty on trees and at farmers markets in town. If you have a fig tree you may wonder what you can do with these delicate fruits. Other than picking them ripe and taking a bite right off of the tree, you should try this fig dessert. So easy to do and good.

We found this recipe from Chef Curtis Stone and his wife, Lindsay Price Stone. They created 12 fun, family-friendly recipes featuring Breyers Natural Vanilla ice cream. Curtis and Lindsay drew inspiration from each month of the year as well as seasonal ingredients. We wanted to try it out.

Where do you find these though right?? You're in luck if you have a tree in your yard but you can typically find some at your grocery store too if it is the right season. ask.

We're an only child so we don't have much family. We've known our friend Debbie for over 30 years and she's become an “Aunt” to our kids. We found out she had a fig tree in her yard. It was a solid reason to make a visit! If you have a fig tree in your backyard you are in luck too.

Ingredient notes

We baked 8 fresh figs halved lengthwise to show you here but you could certainly make half or a larger batch with twice as much of the below items

You will want to sit the cut side into white sugar or half brown sugar and half white if you want a richer flavor. This will allow the tops to caramelize and sweeten the flavor even more (almost like creme brulee)

You want some ground cinnamon and cloves for a nice Fall flavor touch to these and when we serve with vanilla ice cream we will throw some roasted hazelnuts on the top too.

Where can you find fresh figs?

You can usually find fresh figs at your local farmers market during the right season which typically is from July to August or so. BUT look around, you might see a tree near you that is ripe for the pickin's too!!

When are figs ripe?

wait until they are brown, slightly soft, and ideally have a small crack or two. Those are the BEST to use and snack on right then and there. You can smell them too, it will smell sweet and fragrant right up to your nose.

A hand delicately holds a sugared fig half over a bowl on a rustic wooden surface, echoing the charm of learning how to bake figs in the oven for an exquisite dessert experience.

You can see the deep brown/purple color you want to find in the top picture here. Now after a quick rinse, slice them in half. Mix together your spices and sugar to dip them in before putting them into the broiler.

How Long do Figs Take to Bake?

Below we use our broiler. If you do not have that setting or want to use the oven feature we do have directions for both. To bake figs, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut in half and remove stems. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add any desired toppings. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the figs are soft and the skin is slightly browned.

Keep a close eye on them though because it doesn't take long for them to be ready. Once they start oozing juice and the sugar starts to crystalize like you see here they are ready to serve with some candied pecans on top.

Baked Figs Recipe

By How to bake figs in the oven. Roasted figs with hazelnuts and vanilla ice cream is a good fresh fig dessert! Baked fruit in oven until tender. Prep: 10 minutes minsCook: 4 minutes minsTotal: 14 minutes minsServings: 4 Save Recipe Saved! Pin Recipe Comment Print Recipe

Equipment

1 baking sheet

Ingredients

8 whole figs, halved lengthwise
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp cloves, ground
1/4 cup hazelnutstoasted, coarsely chopped

Instructions

Position broiler rack 6 inches from heat source, preheat broiler.
Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a small bowl mix sugar and spices.
One at a time dip figs, sliced in half lengthwise, with the cut side down into the sugar mixture to coat. Then dip figs a second time to create a thick layer of sugar and arrange cut side up on a baking sheet.
Broil figs, watching closely, for approximately 4 minutes or until sugar begins to caramelize, figs soften slightly and begin to ooze their juice.
Divide figs among 4 bowls. Spoon 1/3 c. Ice Cream into each bowl and sprinkle with hazelnuts.
** For a savory option using the bake feature, not broiler setting you would; To bake figspreheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut in half and remove stems. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add any desired toppings. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the figs are soft and the skin is slightly browned.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

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Close-up of roasted pear halves with a sprinkle of brown sugar on a baking sheet, reminiscent of how to bake figs in the oven.

We wish you could smell thru the screen. Once these are in the oven and you open it up after a few minutes it reminds you of the holidays. The sweet smell of figs with cinnamon brought back visions of Christmas with our Grandma AND “Aunt” Debbie.

Don't you love it when a dish sparks memories like these. Try our apple spice dump cake next! You can make quite a few of these at a time depending on how large your baking sheet is. Nutrition information and instructions are in the recipe card.

Kitchen questions

What are some good toppings for baked figs?

1. Honey2. Balsamic vinegar3. Goat cheese4. Walnuts5. Pecans6. Shredded coconut7. Spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger

Can we make baked figs ahead of time?

You can make baked figs ahead of time. prepare the figs as instructed and then cover and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake them, remove them from the refrigerator and bake as usual.

How do we store baked figs?

Store baked figs in an airtight container or freezer bag free from air in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Remove and leave on counter until room temperature and then enjoy again.