Fresh Fig and Honey Tart Recipe
This Fresh Fig and Honey Tart Recipe is an ideal way to show off the sweetness of freshly-picked figs. Paired with the creamy and mellow flavours of mascarpone cheese and a slight kick of honey and cinnamon, this tart makes for an exquisite pastry. Topped with slivered almonds and finished with a sprinkle of salt and sugar, this tantalising tart is sure to leave you wanting more! The sweetness of this tart pairs excellently with a Sparkling Dry Moscato d’Asti. Perfectly petite and impossible to resist!
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Fresh Fig and Honey Tart Recipe!
Ingredients:
– 250 g Short Crust Pastry
– 4-5 Fresh Figs
– 200 g Mascarpone Cheese
– 2 Eggs
– 125 ml Milk
– 2 tbsp Honey
– 1 tsp of Cinnamon
– 2-3 tbsp White Sugar
– Pinch of Salt
– 2-3 tbsp Slivered Almonds
Steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C
2. Roll out the pastry with a rolling pin and place it in the tart tin. Gently press the pastry into the tin, smoothing out any creases.
3. Slice the figs and arrange them so they make a single layer in the tart tin.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the mascarpone cheese, eggs, milk, honey and cinnamon.
5. Stack a pinch of salt and white sugar on top of the figs in the tart tin.
6. Pour the mascarpone mixture over top of the figs, and sprinkle the almonds on top of the filling.
7. Place the tart in the oven for 15 minutes at 200°C, until golden brown.
8. Allow to cool before serving.
Pair with a Sparkling Dry Moscato d’Asti.
Fresh Fig and Honey Tart Recipe
Fresh Fig and Honey Tart is a delicious sweet treat popular around the world, especially in Europe and the United States. This tart has a buttery crust and a sweet and creamy filling with a hint of fresh fig and honey. The fresh figs add a unique and delightful flavor that compliments the sweetness of the honey. The tart is perfect for a special occasion or just for a treat.
Making the Tart Crust Gluten-free
Traditional tart crusts can easily be made gluten-free by simply swapping out the regular all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend. To make the crust gluten-free, use an almond flour or a blend that contains rice flour, tapioca starch, and fava bean flour. As long as the flours in the blend do not contain rye, wheat, or barley, it should work wonderfully for the tart crust.
Making the Filling Vegan
For vegans, the filling of the Fresh Fig and Honey Tart can be easily substituted with a vegan alternative. To keep the sweet and creamy texture of the tart, a thick dairy-free cream can be used, such as coconut cream or soy cream. Since this tart uses honey as a sweetener, it is important to use a vegan-friendly honey substitute, such as maple syrup or agave nectar. Substituting the honey with one of these alternatives will make the tart vegan friendly.
Baking the Tart
Once the tart crust and filling are prepped, the tart can be assembled and ready for baking. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the bottom crust in a tart pan and spread the filling evenly on top. Cut the fresh figs into thin slices and place them on the tart in a pleasing pattern. Bake the tart on the middle oven rack for 25-30 minutes or until the crust has turned golden brown. Let cool before serving.
Serving the Tart
Fresh Fig and Honey Tart is best served warm. Before serving, top the tart with a drizzle of honey, a sprinkle of something crunchy, and a dollop of sweet cream. Enjoy!
Further Reading
For more information about the Fresh Fig and Honey Tart, please refer to the following webpages:
•Wikipedia: Tart
•Wikipedia: Fig (fruit)
