Description
Indulge in the sweet, delicate flavors of fresh figs with this easy-to-make Fig Tart. A buttery puff pastry base is topped with a luscious cream cheese mixture, fresh figs, and a drizzle of honey, creating a stunning dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Figs:
- 8–10 fresh figs (trimmed and halved)
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping:
- 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
- Assemble the Tart:
- Bake:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
Roll out the puff pastry slightly and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Score a border around the edges, spread the cream cheese mixture within the border, and arrange the figs on top.
Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with nuts before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mascarpone or ricotta for the cream cheese.
- For a savory twist, add goat cheese or prosciutto before baking.
- Best enjoyed fresh on the day it’s made.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg