Roasted figs with honey and hazelnuts

Oven-roasted figs with hazelnuts and honey are a simple, gluten-free dessert that highlights the fruit without masking it. The gentle oven cooking concentrates the flavors and creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The honey adds a natural sweetness, while the hazelnuts add crunch. This recipe requires no complicated techniques or special equipment. It's perfect as a side dish for a meal or as an accompaniment to plain yogurt or ice cream. You can easily adapt it depending on the season and the type of honey used. It fits well into everyday cooking, even for guests with gluten intolerance. The ingredients are simple, and the result is balanced. A quick dish to prepare and best served warm.

Preparation time 10 mins

Cooking time 20 mins

Total time 30 mins

Difficulty: beginner

Servings: 4

Ingredients

8 fresh ripe figs
2 Tbsp of honey (acacia, chestnut or other)
40 g of crushed hazelnuts
1 tbsp olive oil
A few strips of butter (optional)
1 pinch of fleur de sel (optional)

Preparation

1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (gas mark 6).
2
Wash the figs, dry them, remove the stems, then split them crosswise without cutting them completely.
3
Place them in a lightly oiled baking dish.
4
Drizzle each fig with a little honey.
5
Sprinkle the crushed hazelnuts on top.
6
Add a touch of fleur de sel and the butter strips if desired.
7
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the figs are tender and the honey is lightly caramelized.
8
Serve warm, plain or with a garnish of your choice.

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