Go Back

Baked Feta with Fig and Pecan Topping

A warm, creamy dip featuring baked feta topped with a sweet fig and crunchy pecan mixture, perfect for parties or a light meal.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 14-16 ounces block feta cheese Use reduced-fat feta for a healthier version.
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil Can be reduced for a lower-calorie option.
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano or parsley Choose based on preference.
  • 1 pinch black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • ½ cup fig preserves Can be replaced with fresh figs for lower sugar.
  • ½ cup raw pecans, chopped Toast for added flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon fresh thyme (optional) For garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small skillet, toast the pecans over medium heat for 1 to 3 minutes until crunchy. Combine toasted pecans with fig preserves in a bowl.
  3. Remove the feta from packaging and place in a small oven-safe dish. Drizzle avocado oil over feta, then sprinkle with oregano and black pepper.
Baking
  1. Bake feta in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Transfer feta to a serving dish and stir until creamy.
  3. Pour the fig and pecan mixture over the creamy feta and return to oven for an additional 12-17 minutes at 350°F until bubbly.
Serving
  1. Cool slightly and sprinkle fresh thyme over before serving. Accompany with toasted baguette slices, pita bread, or crackers.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Refrigerate for better quality instead of freezing.