Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart
A tender almond frangipane tart topped with juicy honey-glazed fresh figs, perfect for an elegant dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 65 minutes layers all-purpose flour, cold, cubed unsalted butter, powdered sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold, cubed unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 medium, halved fresh figs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. To make the tart crust, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1 large egg yolk in a food processor until the dough just comes together.
- Step 2: Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom. Chill in refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, in a bowl, cream 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter with 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Fold in 3/4 cup almond flour until smooth to create the frangipane filling.
- Step 5: Spread the almond filling evenly into the chilled tart crust.
- Step 6: Arrange 8 halved fresh figs cut side up on top of the filling.
- Step 7: Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden and filling is set.
- Step 8: While warm, whisk together 3 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, then brush the glaze over the figs.
- Step 9: Let tart cool before removing from pan and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Fig and Almond Tart?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
