Figs are so underrated in the low-carb world, but hear me out—they bring just the right amount of natural sweetness to balance out all the salty, creamy, and crunchy goodness in these super easy, throw-them-together appetizers!
Since I just started the Glucose Goddess method (aka keeping my blood sugar happy and stable), I wanted fun, no-sugar, low-carb options for breakfast and snacks. Enter: Madagascar figs from Sprouts! These babies are rich, delicious, and perfect for making impressive bites that require zero effort—seriously, you don’t even need a recipe. Just grab your figs and get fancy!
Here are 17 ridiculously easy, keto-friendly, low-carb appetizers you can make with figs!
Bacon-Wrapped Figs with Blue Cheese
Sweet, salty, crispy, and creamy all in one bite! Just wrap each fig with bacon, stuff with a crumble of blue cheese, and bake until crispy.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Figs with Goat Cheese
The Italian cousin of the bacon-wrapped version. Swap bacon for thinly sliced prosciutto and stuff with creamy goat cheese for a gourmet twist.
Fig & Brie Fat Bombs
Slice figs in half, top with a little wedge of Brie, and broil until gooey. Add chopped pecans for extra crunch.
Figs & Salami Stacks
Layer slices of fig, salami, and a small chunk of aged cheddar on a toothpick for the easiest, no-cook appetizer ever.
Figs with Ricotta & Walnuts
A dollop of whole-milk ricotta, a sprinkle of crushed walnuts, and a drizzle of olive oil make these an elegant, protein-packed snack.
Fig & Avocado Bites
Slice figs and top with mashed avocado, sea salt, and a tiny sprinkle of chili flakes for a creamy, slightly spicy treat.
Figs with Cream Cheese & Smoked Salmon
Cream cheese meets salty smoked salmon on top of a sliced fig—it’s like a fancy bagel situation but without the carbs!
Figs & Almond Butter
A quick, sweet-savory, blood sugar-friendly bite! Just spoon some unsweetened almond butter onto sliced figs and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Figs with Manchego & Chorizo
Spanish-style snacking at its best. Manchego cheese + crispy chorizo + fig = perfection.
Stuffed Figs with Pecan & Gorgonzola
Cut figs in half, stuff with a bit of gorgonzola cheese, and top with a pecan for crunch. Bake for 5 minutes for melty goodness.
Figs with Fresh Mozzarella & Basil
Think Caprese but with figs instead of tomatoes! Stack fig slices with fresh mozz and basil, then drizzle with olive oil.
Figs & Pâté Bites
If you love pâté (or want to feel extra fancy), spread some on a fig slice and top with microgreens.
Figs with Crumbled Feta & Pistachios
The salty, nutty, creamy trifecta! Just sprinkle crumbled feta and chopped pistachios over halved figs.
Fig & Turkey Roll-Ups
Wrap thin slices of turkey around figs and secure with a toothpick. Bonus points if you add a little cream cheese inside!
Fig & Olive Tapenade Bites
Mix chopped figs with green and black olives, olive oil, and a little garlic. Spoon onto cucumber slices for a Mediterranean-inspired treat.
Fig & Cucumber Bites
Keep it fresh with fig slices on cucumber rounds, topped with a bit of mascarpone cheese.
Figs with Spicy Pepitas & Goat Cheese
A little heat goes a long way! Sprinkle some spicy roasted pepitas over goat cheese-topped figs for a perfect crunch.
See? Who said keto snacking had to be boring? These fig appetizers are proof that low-carb doesn’t have to mean sad and flavorless!
Here are some more great recipes you might love:
- Keto Friendly Ranch Dip – Low Carb Appetizers
- Loaded Smashed Potatoes – Appetizer Recipe
- How To Make Easy Ham and Pickle Cream Cheese Rolls
