Fig And Custard Tart Recipes

EASY FRESH FIG TART RECIPE

Steps:

• In a bowl of a stand mixer, with a paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar for just a minute until well combined. Add the vanilla, salt and egg yolk. Next, add the flour and combine well. Pro tip - Do not overcream as we do not want to add too much air into the dough.
• Make a disc and wrap it in plastic wrap. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least two hours until firm to roll. I prefer to chill overnight Pro tip - If you flatten the dough into a larger disc it will chill faster and you will have to wait for much less time.
• Roll the dough between two pieces of parchment paper dusted with flour to the size of a 9-inch tart pan.Pro tip - This dough is delicate so it is easier to roll it between parchment papers.
• Transfer the dough to the tart pan. Gently press the dough into the tart pan making sure to press down into the shape of the pan. Remove the excess dough and neaten the edges of the tart pan.Pro tip - I like to roll my rolling pin over the tart to cut off the excess around the edges. Then neaten the edges by running your thumb along the edges.
• Chill the crust in the fridge for 15 minutes up to 48 hours. Pro tip - If leaving for a long time make sure to wrap in plastic so it does not dry out.
• Preheat the oven at 400°F / 200°C/ Gas Mark 6Pro tip - It is very essential that the oven is heated to the optimal temperature. Otherwise, the crust can shrink when baking.
• Dock the chilled pastry all over with a fork to prevent the pastry from puffing up. Line the pie with baking sheet. Then, fill the center with pie weights or baking beans (dry beans).
• Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the pie weights and parchment paper. Cool for 5 minutes before adding the filling. Pro tip - This is called blind baking the crust. We do this so that the pastry will be partially cooked before we add the filling.
• Reduce oven temperature to 350°F/ 177°C/ Gas mark 4
• In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar, then add the almond meal, flour, and salt. Add eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Pro tip - Alternatively, you can add all ingredients to a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or food processor and combine well.
• Wash and pat dry the figs then cut into halves or quarters depending on the size.
• In a bowl, combine the eggs and sugar. Whisk thoroughly until light and fluffy. Next, add in the melted butter, flour, lemon juice, zest, vanilla extract. Then, add in the cream and a pinch of salt.
• Pour filling into the partially-baked pastry only about 2/3 full leaving space for the figs.
• Arrange the cut fruit into the tart as best you can. As the batter cooks the figs will sink in further.
• Bake for about 40 to 45 minutes or until the top looks set. Brush the warm figs with honey for a shiny glaze.Pro tip - Place the pie on a baking tray for easy cleanup in case of spillage. If the tart edges brown to quickly cover the edges with aluminum foil or a pie shield
• Chill the pie for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight before serving.Pro tip - Cooling the tart will help the custard filling set and taste so much better.

FIG AND CUSTARD TART

Steps:

• For Pastry Dough:
• In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk, water and vanilla extract; set aside.
• In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar and salt. Using two knives or a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour mixture until the texture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the egg mixture and mix with a fork until the dough sticks together.
• Place the dough on a work surface, shape into a ball and flatten into a disk. Wrap in plastic and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
• For Vanilla Pastry Cream:
• Meanwhile, using an electric mixer set on medium speed, beat sugar, cornstarch, flour and egg yolks together until thick and pale, about 3 minutes.
• In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk and vanilla to a simmer. While stirring, pour half of the hot milk into the sugar mixture, stirring to blend. Pour the sugar and milk mixture into the pan with the remaining milk. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles appear on the surface. Scrape the sides and bottom of the pan frequently to prevent scorching. Pour the thickened pastry cream into a bowl; cover the surface with parchment or waxed paper. Allow to cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
• To Assemble:
• Preheat oven to 400ºF / 200ºC
• Lightly flour a work surface, roll out the pastry dough into an 11-inch round. Transfer dough to a 9-inch tart pan or dish. Trim excess dough so the edges are flush with the rim of the pan. Line the pastry shell with parchment paper and fill with pie weighs (rice or beans) and bake for 5 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350ºF / 180ºC. Remove pie weights and parchment. Poke holes in the bottom of the crust with a fork. Bake until pastry is golden, about 15 to 20 minutes longer. Transfer to a wire rack and cool for at least 1 hour.
• Preheat oven broiler to high heat.
• Spoon the vanilla pastry cream into the crust. Arrange sliced figs on top. Place tart under the broiler for 4 to 5 minutes, watching carefully. Dust with confectioners' sugar prior to serving. Serve.