Fig Tart

5 from 6 votes

Savor the symphony of flavors in my Fig Tart with goat cheese and pistachios! This exquisite tart brings together the sweetness of fresh figs, the crunch of pistachios, and the creamy tang of goat cheese. A hint of honey finishes it off beautifully, creating a dessert that's as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. It's a truly indulgent treat that's perfect for any occasion, yet simple enough to whip up any time you fancy something special.

Prep Time20

Cook Time50

Chilling Time1

Total Time2 10

Course: Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: American, French

Keyword: fig tart, pastry recipe

Servings:

Calories: 427kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter cold
cold water

For the Filling

10 to 12 fresh figs cut into quarters
½-1 cup pistachios roughly chopped
1½ cups goat cheese crumbled
olive oil
3 tablespoons honey

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Instructions

Begin by placing the flour and cold butter in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture takes on a consistency similar to cornmeal. Gradually add cold water as you continue to pulse, until a dough forms. Form the dough into a disc and wrap it with plastic wrap, then refrigerate for at least one hour.
As your dough chills, preheat your oven to 350℉(175℃).
Once the dough is well chilled, roll it out into a circle large enough to line your 9-inch tart or pie pan. Carefully place the dough into the tart pan. The easiest way to do this is to roll your circle of dough onto your rolling pin and then unroll it over the pan. Then gently press the dough against the bottom and sides of the pan to form the tart.
Line your rolled-out dough with parchment paper and fill with baking weights or dry beans to maintain its shape. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes. Remove the weights and the parchment paper, trim off any excess dough hanging over the edges, then return the crust to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Crumble the goat cheese evenly over the bottom of the tart. Then drizzle it with a bit of olive oil. Transfer the tart to the preheated oven and bake it for 30 minutes.
Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes in the pan on a wire rack. Neatly arrange the fresh figs on top of the goat cheese, and then add the chopped pistachios. Finally, drizzle everything with the honey and your tart is assembled. Then unmold it from the tart pan and serve it warm!

Notes

Variety of Figs: You can use any variety of figs for this tart. Just ensure they are ripe for the best flavor.
Nut Swap: Though this recipe calls for pistachios, you can easily substitute with other nuts like pecans, walnuts, or even almonds, depending on what you have on hand or your taste preference.
Cheese Options: If you're not a fan of goat cheese, you can also use ricotta or cream cheese as alternatives. Each will lend a unique flavor profile to your tart.
Drizzle Choices: The honey drizzle adds a sweet element to the tart, but you could also experiment with other drizzles like balsamic glaze or maple syrup.
Pastry Making: For best results, the butter should be very cold when making the pastry. This ensures a flaky and crisp crust.

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