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fig and walnut tart

Fig and Walnut Tart

A rustic tart made with buttery homemade pastry, ripe figs, and crunchy walnuts, drizzled with honey. Simple to prepare, cozy to serve, and perfect for dessert or brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
chilling time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Brunch Treat, Dessert
Cuisine: American rustic, Seasonal Baking
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the pastry crust:
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter chilled, cubed
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 –4 tbsp cold water
For the filling:
  • 6 –8 fresh figs halved
  • ½ cup walnuts roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 egg for egg wash
Optional:
  • A pinch of cinnamon
  • Mascarpone or whipped cream for serving

Method
 

Step 1. Prepare the dough
  1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the butter and rub it in until the mixture looks crumbly. Add cold water a little at a time until it comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Step 2. Roll the dough
  1. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches wide. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 3. Add filling
  1. Sprinkle walnuts over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange the figs on top, cut side up. Drizzle with honey, add vanilla, and sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon if using.
Step 4. Fold edges
  1. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to create a rustic border. Brush the crust with beaten egg.
Step 5. Bake
  1. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, until the pastry is golden and figs look soft and caramelized. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe figs that are soft but not mushy.
  • Toast the walnuts for deeper flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven to crisp the crust.
  • This tart pairs beautifully with mascarpone, whipped cream, or even vanilla ice cream.