Begin by preparing your fresh or dried black mission figs, pinching off the hard bottom to make a smooth surface.

Take a few slices of vibrant beets and wrap them around each fig snugly.

Moisten a rice paper wrapper until it's pliable but not mushy. Lay the beet-wrapped figs in the center of the wrapper, then fold and seal the edges.

Thread a skewer through the center of each wrapped fig to secure it in place.

Brush each encased fig heart generously with maple syrup.

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the skewered hearts in the fryer basket and air fry for 4-6 minutes.

As the hearts air fry, toast your gluten-free bread until golden brown and crispy.

Once cooked and slightly cooled, place the hearts atop the toasted bread generously spread with plant-based cream cheese.

Drizzle a bit of beet syrup made from mixing leftover maple syrup with beet juice over the assembled Vampire Hearts on Toast.