Goat Cheese and Fig Sandwiches on Raisin Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Goat Cheese and Fig Sandwiches on Raisin Bread - A Perfect Blend of Sweet and Salty

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package dried calimyrna figs , stemmed and chopped
	1 3/4 cups water
	3 tablespoons sugar
	1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
	12 slices raisin bread
	8 ounces logs plain goat cheese , such as St. Tola
	2 tablespoons milk
	fresh chives , sprigs cut into 1/2-inch pieces , for topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

14g

Fat

20g

This Goat Cheese and Fig Sandwich is an excellent blend of flavors, providing a delightful balance of sweetness, lightness, and tanginess. The raisin bread is an ideal vessel, lending its natural sweetness to the overall sandwich. One bite of this delicious sandwich will take you on a journey of sweet and salty flavors; the tangy goat cheese, sweet figs, and raisin bread come together beautifully to create a fantastic lunchtime treat. This is perfect as a light lunch, snack, or dinner option that your family and friends will love and want to try again and again. This sweet and savory sandwich will be a delightful addition to your regular menu rotation.

Instructions

1.	Bring the chopped figs, water, sugar and lemon juice to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is thick and syrupy, and the figs have broken down (about 15-20 minutes).
2.	Toast the raisin bread slices gently under the oven grill. You can brush them with olive oil or melted butter if you like.
3.	In a small bowl, warm the goat cheese and milk together in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat, until the cheese is soft and slightly runny.
4.	Spread a generous layer of warm goat cheese on one slice of each piece of raisin bread.
5.	Spoon the figs over the goat cheese, dividing the mixture evenly among the sandwiches. Top with the remaining slices of bread.
6.	Cut the sandwiches into 2 or 4 pieces. Press a few chives sprigs onto the bread slices and serve immediately.

PROS

A deliciously sweet and tangy treat for any time of day.
The combination of goat cheese and figs is perfect for anyone who loves a balance of sweet and salty.

Easy to make and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Raisin bread adds an extra layer of flavor to the sandwich.

CONS

The figs can be quite sticky and strong-smelling, so not everyone may enjoy them.

This sandwich may not be suitable for those with a lactose intolerance or vegan diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Goat cheese contains less lactose than cow’s milk, making it a good choice for individuals with lactose intolerance. It’s also a great source of protein and calcium. Figs are high in fiber, and minerals like magnesium, potassium, and calcium. They also offer antioxidants and are known to help in improving digestion. Raisin bread is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Folate, Iron and Magnesium.