Honeyed Figs with Sweet Red Wine and Lavender Jam
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of these Honeyed Figs with Sweet Red Wine and Lavender Jam, a dessert that’s equal parts elegant and enchanting. Plump, ripe figs are delicately simmered in a luscious blend of honey and sweet red wine, creating a tender, melt-in-your-mouth treat infused with rich, fruity depth. Paired with a homemade lavender jam—crafted from dried culinary lavender, sugar, and a hint of lemon juice—this dish offers a subtle floral note that perfectly balances the sweetness. Finished with a drizzle of wine syrup and optional garnishes of edible lavender flowers, this recipe is ideal for any sophisticated dinner party or romantic evening. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, it’s a stunning balance of rustic charm and refined flavor. Keywords: honeyed figs, sweet red wine dessert, lavender jam recipe, easy elegant desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Fresh figs, ripe but firm
- 4 tablespoons Honey
- 250 ml Sweet red wine (such as Port or Moscato)
- 1 teaspoon Dried culinary lavender
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 50 ml Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Edible lavender flowers (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the figs gently under cold water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Using a small, sharp knife, trim the stems and make a shallow cross incision in the tops, being careful not to cut through the figs completely.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the honey and sweet red wine. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer.
Add the prepared figs to the saucepan, ensuring they are partly submerged in the liquid. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, turning the figs occasionally, until they become tender but still hold their shape.
While the figs are cooking, prepare the lavender jam. In a separate small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, dried culinary lavender, lemon juice, and water. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
Strain the lavender-sugar mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the lavender petals. Return the clarified liquid to the saucepan and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes until it reaches a jam-like consistency.
Stir the vanilla extract into the lavender jam, then remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
To serve, spoon a small amount of the sweet red wine syrup from the fig saucepan onto a serving plate. Place two figs per plate, drizzle with additional syrup, and finish with a dollop of lavender jam on the side.
Garnish with edible lavender flowers, if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.6 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 297.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1222 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
