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Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
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Place one sheet of phyllo on wax or parchment paper. Butter. Lay the second phyllo sheet on top of first sheet and butter.
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Cut the phyllo sheet lenghwise down the middle, and once down the width. Now, you have four pieces.
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Cut 1/4 inch off the top of four figs. Press one almond in the inside of each fig.
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Place one fig in the center of each piece.
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Bring all four corners together. Using your hands, gently gather phyllo to make a purse.
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Twist the ends to form a top. Place figs in a muffin tin or sheet pan. Butter the tops and sides.
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Repeat with the remaining figs.
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Bake figs for 15-20 minutes.
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Figs can be sprinkled with cinnamon, powdered sugar, or served with this warm delightful syrup.