Fig Tart Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp ice water
• 1 lb fresh figs, stemmed and halved
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Grease a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
4. Add the cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry blender to cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture is crumbly.
5. In a small bowl, beat the egg with the ice water and add to the flour mixture. Use your hands to mix everything together until it forms a ball of dough.
6. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll out to fit the tart pan.
7. Press the dough into the pan and prick the bottom with a fork.
8. Arrange the halved figs cut-side up in the tart shell.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour the mixture over the figs.
10. Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top of the tart.
11. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the figs are tender.
12. Let the tart cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Verdict:

This fig tart is a delicious dessert that is both sweet and tangy. The crust is buttery and flaky, while the figs are juicy and tender. The honey-orange glaze adds a wonderful depth of flavor and the sliced almonds provide a nice crunch. It’s a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the fig tart warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s also delicious on its own with a cup of coffee or tea.