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Crostata di Fichi e Noci

Cultural Context

Crostata di Fichi e Noci is a traditional Italian dessert that showcases the rich flavors of figs and walnuts, often enjoyed during the fall harvest season. This tart is a beloved treat in many Italian households, symbolizing the bounty of the land. It reflects the Italian culinary philosophy of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create something truly special. Today, variations of this crostata can be found in bakeries across Italy and beyond, often featuring different nuts or fruits based on local availability.

ItalianITdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 medium eggs
480 g of 00 flour
150 g of Sugar
140 g Butter
8 g baking powder
A pinch of salt
A envelope of vanillin
Rum (about a glass)
100 g of dried figs
50 g of walnut kernels
330 g of Fig Jam

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: almonds

Pecans offer similar flavor and texture, while almonds are often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories significantly, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cake flour can be less expensive.

1

Prepare the shortcrust by mixing the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanillin in a bowl.

2

Add the butter and eggs to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

3

Press the dough into a tart pan to create the crust.

4

In a separate bowl, combine the dried figs with rum to soften them.

5

Spread the fig jam over the crust, then add the softened figs and walnut kernels on top.

6

Bake in a preheated static oven at 180° for 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

tart panoven

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggstree-nutswheat

Also Known As

Fig and Walnut TartCrostata di Fichi
Local Name: Crostata di Fichi e Noci

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