When you think of thumbprints, what probably comes to mind are sweet cookies—and we love a good thumbprint cookie, but for the savory lovers, we’ve got something different to bake up: savory cheese cookies with fig hot pepper jelly. They’re full of bold flavors, perfect for a cheese plate or as a bite to serve alongside wine at happy hour....

For an easy appetizer, try this fig prosciutto crostini with brown butter pistachios. Find more easy appetizers below and tips for how to make this fig and prosciutto starter. Fruity Sun-Maid and Orchard Choice Dried Figs are the right option for making a pot of jam. Mission Figs bring more of a deeply familiar fig flavor and dark hue, whereas...

If you’ve ever craved dessert that won’t wreck your best healthy eating intentions, there’s a good chance this simple green smoothie is for you. This green smoothie with avocado is creamy and simply dreamy with the addition of sweet Orchard Choice or Sun-Maid California Figs. We use golden figs to keep the color nice and perky green, but feel free...

California Fig, Spinach Grilled Cheese with Brie Have you ever tried a grilled cheese with spinach? It’s an easy way to eat more greens, and when paired with Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid California Figs, they both add extra flavor and fiber. One taste of this grilled cheese with Brie and you may never want to eat grilled cheese any other...

California Fig Chocolate Swirl Breakfast Buns The combination of chocolate, Orchard Choice and Sun-Maid California Figs, walnuts and orange zest gives these breakfast rolls an unexpected and luscious filling. Top them off with an orange glaze and they are both pretty to look at and full of fruity fig flavor.   The dough, akin to brioche dough but easier to...

California Fig & Pecan Breakfast Cookies Who doesn’t love cookies? These easy breakfast cookies incorporate wholesome ingredients for a delicious way to start the day. If you can’t find almond flour, you can try using almond meal. Instead of Scottish oats, you could also use rolled oats to make these breakfast cookies. California Fig & Pecan Breakfast Cookies Makes 2...

California Fig and Oat Soda Bread Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish soda bread made with rolled oats – a very Irish ingredient – and California Figs. Our bread is a cross between the classic Irish brown soda bread and the richer, American version.   The name soda bread comes from the rising action of baking soda mixed with...

It’s Love at First Bite Try something new for a special Valentine’s Day dinner. Parchment-Baked Chicken with Caramelized Onions and California Figs is our suggestion. Bring unopened packets to the table and let each diner snip open the puffed parchment envelope. Aromas and cooking juices are trapped in the packet creating an appetizing taste experience. Onions caramelize best when allowed...

California Fig & Cheese Appetizer Balls This deliciously easy appetizer is our answer to the question – What should I make for the holiday party this year? This recipe is versatile, simple, and a real crowd-pleaser. Have fun with cheese and topping combinations. A classic is blue cheese and California Figs rolled in chopped, toasted pecans, but other combinations are...

Baking, Pumpkins, California Figs and Halloween Fun Usher in cool fall weather with a batch of savory California Fig, cheese and herb muffins. Best served warm, while the cheese is creamy, and the figs are soft and chewy. These muffins will elevate a simple salad or soup meal into a special occasion. You can also serve them for brunch with...

Happy Father’s Day Try Soft Tacos with Chicken, Black Beans and California Figs for a crowd-pleasing Father’s Day dinner or anytime.  Set out an array of fun, colorful toppings and let diners build their own tacos. Use a traditional chili powder or, for more complex flavor, use some ancho, New Mexico or chipotle chili powder that may be found with...

A Treat for Mother’s Day Blintzes with a lemony fig and cheese filling are our suggestion to make Mother’s Day brunch or dessert special.   What’s a blintz? A thin crepe-like pancake, rolled around a tasty filling and sautéed or baked to serve. The pancake recipe makes a few more than you need so you can practice crepe-making skills.  (Imperfect or broken...