Goat Cheese Tarts With Lemon-Fig Compote Recipe

Name: Goat Cheese Tarts With Lemon-Fig Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Compote:; 2 cups finely chopped dried black Mission figs; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup Marsala wine; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon salt; Tarts:; 2 (2.1-ounce) packages mini phyllo shells (such as Athens); 1/2 cup (4 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, softened; 1 (4-ounce) package goat cheese; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/8 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

Compote:
2 cups finely chopped dried black Mission figs
1 cup water
1/2 cup Marsala wine
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
Tarts:
2 (2.1-ounce) packages mini phyllo shells (such as Athens)
1/2 cup (4 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, softened
1 (4-ounce) package goat cheese
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt

1
To prepare compote, combine first 7 ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Simmer, uncovered, until mixture reduces to about 1 cup (about 30 minutes). Remove from heat; cool.
2
Place fig mixture in a food processor; pulse 5 times or until finely chopped. Place in a small bowl; cover and chill.
3
To prepare tarts, preheat oven to 350u00b0.
4
Arrange phyllo shells in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan. Combine cheeses in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add egg white; beat well. Add milk; beat well. Combine sugar, flour, and salt; add to cheese mixture, beating well.
5
Spoon about 1 1/2 teaspoons cheese mixture into each phyllo shell. Bake at 350u00b0 for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Top each tart with about 1 1/2 teaspoons compote.

300

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Compote:, 2 cups finely chopped dried black Mission figs, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup Marsala wine, and more.

Yes, Goat Cheese Tarts With Lemon-Fig Compote 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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Goat Cheese Tarts With Lemon-Fig Compote

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