Fig Tart: Gourmet Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup ice water
• 2 cups fresh figs, stemmed and sliced into quarters
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter. Using a pastry blender or your hands, cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Slowly add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together in a ball. Flatten the dough into a disk and wrap with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a circle. Transfer to a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom and press the dough into the bottom and sides of the pan. Trim excess dough from the edges. In a separate mixing bowl, combine figs, honey, butter, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sea salt. Mix until the figs are well coated. Pour the fig mixture into the tart shell. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Allow the tart to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Verdict:

This Fig Tart is a perfect combination of buttery crust and sweet and tangy fig filling. The honey and spices bring a warm depth of flavor to the dish that is hard to resist. It is a beautiful and elegant dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It can be accompanied by a cup of black coffee or tea for an ideal after-dinner treat.