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Fig Crostata

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Fig Crostata is a rustic, elegant tart combining a buttery, flaky crust with a luscious, spiced fig filling. Topped with a golden lattice brushed with apple cider syrup, it’s perfect for brunches, holidays, or special desserts any time of year.

Ingredients

Crostata Crust:

3 cups all-purpose flour (13.5 ounces)

2 tablespoons sugar

Zest from ½ navel orange

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

18 tablespoons unsalted butter, chopped

5 tablespoons ice water

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Turbinado sugar for sprinkling

Apple cider syrup for brushing

Fig Jam Filling:

2 pints fresh figs (Black Mission recommended)

½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice

2 ounces (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter

3 tablespoons apple cider syrup

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Zest from 1 navel orange

2 tablespoons packed brown sugar

5 cardamom pods

¼ teaspoon dried thyme

1 tablespoon honey (orange blossom recommended)

Instructions

  1. Make the Crostata Crust: In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, orange zest, and salt. Pulse to mix.
  2. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Mix ice water and apple cider vinegar together, then add gradually while pulsing until dough just comes together.
  4. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  5. Make the Fig Filling: Remove stems from figs and chop into small pieces.
  6. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add figs, orange juice, apple cider syrup, brown sugar, cardamom pods, dried thyme, orange zest, and salt.
  7. Simmer until figs break down and mixture thickens, about 15–20 minutes. Remove cardamom pods. Stir in honey and let cool slightly.
  8. Assemble the Crostata: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Roll out dough into a rough 12-inch circle and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Spread fig filling onto the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges up over filling.
  11. Roll remaining dough into strips and create a lattice on top. Brush with apple cider syrup and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
  12. Bake for 40–50 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbly. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Substitute figs with plums, apricots, or berries for a seasonal variation.

Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.

Use vegan butter to make the crust dairy-free.

Drizzle extra honey or a simple glaze before serving for added sweetness.

Sprinkle with toasted nuts like almonds or pistachios for crunch.

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