Honeyed Fig & Feta Tartlets
These delightful tartlets combine the natural sweetness of figs with the savory tang of feta cheese, all drizzled with fragrant honey. They offer a perfect balance of sweet and umami, making for an elegant Mediterranean-inspired dessert.
Prep Time
35 min
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
6
Calories
280 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
~5 min - 2
Unroll the puff pastry and cut it into 6 equal squares. Lightly score a border around the edge of each square, about 1/2 inch from the edge, being careful not to cut all the way through.
~3 min - 3
Halve the figs and arrange them cut-side up within the scored border of each pastry square.
~2 min - 4
Crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the figs.
~1 min - 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water to create an egg wash. Brush the scored borders of the puff pastry with the egg wash.
~2 min - 6
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
~15 min - 7
While the tartlets are baking, gently warm the honey with the fresh thyme leaves in a small saucepan over low heat for about 2 minutes. This will infuse the honey with thyme flavor.
~2 min - 8
Once removed from the oven, immediately drizzle the warm honey over the fig and feta tartlets. Garnish with a few extra thyme leaves if desired.
~2 min
Tips
- For an extra touch of sweetness and chewiness, you can lightly press a few extra fig slices onto the feta before baking.
- These tartlets are best served warm, but they can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
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