Introduce a festive twist to your next gathering with the Harvest Waffle Appetizer—a playful, autumn-inspired nod to classic nachos, designed for easy sharing. Crisp McCain Quick Cook Waffle Fries create the perfect bite-sized base, delivering a warm, golden crunch in every mouthful. Waffles stay crisp even at room temperature. Each fry is topped with creamy maple whipped ricotta, then finished with a dollop of rich fig jam. Toasted walnuts bring an earthy, satisfying texture, while a garnish of thinly sliced orange offers fresh aroma and vibrant visual appeal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this appetizer is ideal for entertaining or celebrating the flavors of the fall season—every bite is an invitation to savor something special.
Ingredients
- 20 each McCain Quick Cook Waffle Fries (from one 20 oz bag)
- ½ cup prepared Maple Whipped Ricotta
- ¼ cup fig jam
- Walnuts, toasted, chopped, as needed
- 1 orange, peel removed and thinly sliced, for garnishing
Maple Whipped Ricotta (makes 1 ¼ cups):
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest (from 1 orange)
How to make it
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Fill basket halfway with frozen fries (whole waffle fries work best) and air fry for 6 to 8 minutes. Slide basket out and shake halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Place fries on serving dish and cover the tops with maple ricotta mixture. Using a small spoon or teaspoon, place a dollop of fig jam in the middle of each waffle fry. Garnish with walnuts and a thin piece of orange zest.
Maple Whipped Ricotta:
- Add the ricotta and heavy cream to a large bowl and beat with a hand or stand mixer with whisk attachment for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl then whisk 1 minute more.
- Add the maple syrup and orange zest and whisk for 1 minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and whisk an additional 30 seconds.
- Transfer to a bowl or storage container. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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