A refined French dessert with a silky, custard‑like base and warm Autumn fruit. Figs bring gentle sweetness, while orange adds bright Holiday citrus. Elegant, simple, and perfect for late Autumn gatherings.
Servings: 6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh figs, halved
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup flour
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp orange zest
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the dish: Grease a baking dish with butter. Arrange fig halves cut‑side up.
- Make the batter: Whisk eggs and sugar until pale. Add milk, flour, vanilla, orange zest, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Pour: Pour batter gently over the figs.
- Bake: Bake for 35 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Storage
Keeps 2 days refrigerated. Best reheated gently at low heat.
Substitutions
- Figs → Pears or apples
- Orange zest → Lemon zest
- Milk → Almond milk
Beauty Benefits
- Figs contain natural enzymes that gently exfoliate.
- Orange boosts collagen and brightens skin.
- Eggs support firmness with protein.
- Milk hydrates and softens the skin barrier.
I’m Stacey Hobbs, thanks for reading Face by Stace! Until next time.
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