Fig Tart Bliss: Irresistible Recipe You’ll Love
A fig tart with yogurt cheese is a sweet, creamy delight! With a buttery crust, tangy yogurt cheese, and juicy figs, it’s the perfect mix of flavors—simple, elegant, and totally irresistible!
Ingredients
the Tart Crust:
- 1 ½ cups 180g all-purpose flour
- ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup 50g granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tbsp ice-cold water
- ½ tsp salt
the Yogurt Cheese Filling:
- 2 cups 500g Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
For the Topping:
- 6 –8 fresh figs sliced
- 2 tbsp honey for drizzling
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios or almonds optional
- Fresh thyme or mint for garnish optional
Instructions
Prepare the Yogurt Cheese
- Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a bowl.
- Add the Greek yogurt to the cheesecloth, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to drain excess liquid.
- Once thickened, transfer to a bowl and mix in honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Refrigerate until needed.
Make the Tart Crust
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add chilled butter and use a pastry cutter or fingers to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the egg yolk and ice water, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overwork.
- Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and press into a tart pan. Trim any excess dough.
- Prick the bottom with a fork, line with parchment paper, and fill with baking weights.
- Bake for 15 minutes, remove the weights, and bake for another 5 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
Assemble the Tart
- Spread the yogurt cheese mixture evenly over the cooled tart crust.
- Arrange fresh fig slices on top in a decorative pattern.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chopped pistachios if using.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or mint leaves.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Slice and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a firmer texture.
- Best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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Notes
- For extra crunch, add a tablespoon of ground almonds to the tart crust.
- Make it gluten-free by using almond flour or a gluten-free tart crust alternative.
- Add warmth with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg in the yogurt cheese mixture.
- For a deeper flavor, roast the figs for 5 minutes before placing them on the tart.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 15g
- Protein: 7g