Almond Torte With Grilled Figs Recipe

Name: Almond Torte With Grilled Figs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more for pan; 3 lightly packed cups almond meal*; 1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk; 2/3 cup light honey, such as orange blossom, plus 2 tbsp. for serving; 2 teaspoons almond extract; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; Generous pinch of flaky sea salt; 1/3 cup sliced almonds; 16 ripe figs; 8 rosemary sprigs (5 in. each); 8 ounces creme fraiche

Servings: persons

1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more for pan
3 lightly packed cups almond meal*
1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup light honey, such as orange blossom, plus 2 tbsp. for serving
2 teaspoons almond extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon zest
Generous pinch of flaky sea salt
1/3 cup sliced almonds
16 ripe figs
8 rosemary sprigs (5 in. each)
8 ounces creme fraiche

1
Melt butter and set aside to cool for a few minutes. Put almond meal, whole egg and yolk, 2/3 cup honey, the almond and vanilla extracts, lemon zest, salt, and melted butter in a medium bowl and stir together with a wooden spoon. The batter will be thick and sticky.
2
Thoroughly butter a 10-in. tart pan with a removable rim. Scoop batter into pan and spread even. Chill filled pan in freezer, making sure pan is level, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 300u00b0.
3
Scatter almond slices over top of batter and slide pan into oven. Bake until entire surface is light golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes. (Don't overbake--the torte should be moist.) Set on a rack and let cool completely before serving, about 2 hours.
4
While torte cools, preheat a grill to medium-high (450u00b0). Slide 2 whole figs onto each rosemary sprig and grill until juicy and warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. When cool enough to handle, slide off and cut into quarters.
5
Serve slices of torte drizzled with 2 tbsp. honey, dolloped with creme fraiche, and topped with a few fig quarters.
6
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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus more for pan, 3 lightly packed cups almond meal*, 1 large egg plus 1 large egg yolk, 2/3 cup light honey, such as orange blossom, plus 2 tbsp. for serving, and more.

Yes, Almond Torte With Grilled Figs falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Torte With Grilled Figs

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Variations & substitutions

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