Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh ripe figs – about 8-10 medium-sized
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Optional: crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits for crust
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: If using a crust, crush about 1 cup of graham crackers and mix with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Press into a tart pan and chill while preparing the filling.
- Caramelize the Figs: Cut figs in half, place in a skillet over medium heat, drizzle with honey or maple syrup, and cook for 5-7 minutes until caramelized. Let cool.
- Make the Mascarpone Filling: Combine mascarpone, heavy cream, honey, and vanilla in a bowl. Whip until smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the Tart: Spread the mascarpone filling into the crust, arrange caramelized figs on top, and garnish with mint leaves.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy this elegant no-bake tart.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a drizzle of honey or balsamic glaze over the figs before serving.
- If skipping the crust, assemble directly on a plate for a deconstructed tart presentation.
- This tart is best served chilled and fresh for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg