Brown Butter Fig Tartlets Recipe

Name: Brown Butter Fig Tartlets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Tartlets; ½ tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup fig jam; For the Topping; 1/2 cup bourbon; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out; 1 1/4 cups dried black figs, stems removed, halved; Creme fraeche, for serving

Servings: persons

For the Tartlets
½ tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup fig jam
For the Topping
1/2 cup bourbon
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out
1 1/4 cups dried black figs, stems removed, halved
Creme fraeche, for serving

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Make the tartlets: Preheat the oven to 350.
2
Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat
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and cook until it browns and smells nutty, then let cool.
4
Stir in the flour, both sugars and the
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salt with a wooden spoon.
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Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon water, if necessary, to help the dough clump together.
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Turn out onto a floured surface and knead three or four times, or just until the dough comes together.
8
Scoop 1/4 cup dough into each of 6 nonstick muffin-pan cups.
9
Press the dough down in the middle and slightly up along the sides to make a cup shape.
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Chill until firm, about 30 minutes.
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Place 1 heaping tablespoon fig jam in the center of each tartlet and bake until golden, 35 to 40 minutes.
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Cool slightly, then remove from the pan.
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Meanwhile, make the topping: Heat the bourbon, sugar, 1/2 cup water and the vanilla pod and seeds in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
14
Add the figs and poach until they are plump and the liquid is syrupy, about 15 minutes.
15
Serve the tartlets with the figs, their sauce and a dollop of creme fraeche.
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Photograph by Con Poulos

453

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Tartlets, ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter Fig Tartlets 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.

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Brown Butter Fig Tartlets

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Variations & substitutions

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