Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts and Vanilla

There’s something luxurious yet wonderfully simple about these Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts. Sweet, jammy figs are caramelized in butter and maple syrup, enriched with warm spices, and finished with crunchy walnuts. It’s an elegant dish that works as a dessert, breakfast topper, or festive side to cheese and charcuterie boards.

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Today, I’m excited to share an easy fall dessert, ready in under 15 minutes. Sounds great? Let’s dive into Maple Walnut Sautéed Figs.

Skillet Maple Sautéed Figs: Easy and Tasty Method

This recipe uses a skillet to turn figs soft and jammy in minutes. Sautéing with butter and maple syrup forms a sweet glaze that enhances their flavour. The method is fast, needs no special tools, and fills your kitchen with a warm, spiced aroma.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy: ready in less than 15 minutes.
• Elegant: perfect for entertaining or dressing up a simple snack.
• Flexible: enjoy warm or room temperature, on its own or as a topping.
• Nutritious: full of fiber, healthy fats, and natural sweetness.
• Seasonal: a great way to enjoy fresh figs when they’re at their peak.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts and Vanilla

• Fresh figs – the star ingredient, sweet, soft, and naturally jammy when cooked.
• Butter – adds richness and helps caramelize the figs.
• Walnuts – provide crunch and a nutty contrast to the soft figs.
• Maple syrup – creates a silky glaze and enhances the natural sweetness. You can use honey instead.
• Maple sugar – deepens the maple flavour and helps caramelize.
• Cinnamon – brings cozy warmth.
• Cardamom – adds a delicate, floral, citrucy note.
• Vanilla – rounds out the flavours with subtle sweetness.
• Salt – balances and enhances the sweetness.

How to Make Maple Sautéed Figs

These Maple Caramelized Figs with Walnuts and Vanilla are a breeze to make. To start, heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Then, add the walnuts and toss them for a few minutes, until they are fragrant.

Next, add the maple syrup along with maple sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and a pinch of salt. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to thicken slightly. Now, add halved or quartered figs and sauté until they are softened and glazed. The total cooking time depends on the ripeness of your figs, but they are delicate fruit, so it should not take more than 4-5 minutes. Lastly, stir in the vanilla, and voilà: you have a luscious skillet of sautéed figs with maple and walnuts!

Ways to Enjoy Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts

• Enjoy as an elegant dessert with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.
• Spoon over yogurt, oatmeal, or porridge for a cozy breakfast.
• Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for dessert.
• Pair with cheese platters (goat cheese, brie, or blue cheese shine here).
• Use as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or French toast.

More Easy Skillet Sauteed Fruit Desserts

Want more easy, delicious sautéed fruit recipes? I have them!

• Sautéed Honey Toffee Apples (Easy Skillet Recipe)
• Lavender Maple Sautéed Apples (15-Minute Skillet Recipe)
• Maple Pecan Sautéed Apples (Skillet Apples with Cinnamon)
• Maple Sautéed Pears (Skillet Sautéed Pears)

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Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts and Vanilla

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

Maple Sautéed Figs with Walnuts feature sweet, jammy figs that are caramelized in butter and maple syrup, enriched with warm spices, and finished with crunchy walnuts.

Course: Dessert, Easy Fruit Desserts, Fall DessertsDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

4

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Prep time

30

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Cooking time

40

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Ingredients

• 8-10 fresh figs, halved or quartered

• 2 tbsp. (30 g) butter

• 1 cup (125 g) walnut halves, roughly chopped

• 1/4 cup (60 ml) maple syrup

• 2 tbsp. (40 g) maple sugar

• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp. cardamom

• 1 tsp. (5.5 ml) vanilla extract

• a pinch of salt

Directions

• Add the butter to a skillet, preferably a heavy-bottomed one, and melt it over low-medium heat.  
• Once the butter has melted, add the walnuts and toast them for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
• Next, pour in the maple syrup, maple sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt (if using). Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
• Now, place the figs in the sauce. Simmer, gently flipping them, for a few minutes until soft and caramelized. Cooking time depends on the ripeness, but it should not take more than 4-5 minutes, or even less, if the fruit is very ripe. Remember, figs will continue to cook off the heat from residual warmth.
• Finally, stir in the vanilla and turn off the heat. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!