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Fresh Figs with Mascarpone and Warm Spiced Honey
Fresh Figs with Mascarpone and Warm Spiced Honey


Fresh Figs with Mascarpone and Warm Spiced Honey

Course: DessertCuisine: Mediterranean
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes
Calories

180

kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 small (or 4 large) fresh, ripe figs, stems trimmed, halved lengthwise

  • 1/3 cup mascarpone, softened

  • 1/3 cup mild honey

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

  • 4 sprigs fresh mint

Directions

  • Arrange the figs cut-side up among four plates. Use the back of a teaspoon to gently press into the center of the flesh and create a small indentation.
  • Add a dollop of mascarpone to the center of each fig half and set plates aside.
  • Place honey and spices in a small heat-proof bowl and set over a pan with simmering water. Cook over medium heat, whisking to blend, until the honey is liquefied and warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Drizzle honey over each fig, garnish plates with mint sprigs, and serve immediately.