Dulce de Higos
Dulce de HigosEarly missionaries who settled in Baja planted fig trees and date palms, and many of these trees thrive even today. Fresh figs are a delicacy, and if not eaten out of hand, I think a simple compote is the one of best ways to enjoy this delightful fruit. Fresh ripe figs should be quite soft and eaten within a day or two of purchase.
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings
- 12 fresh ripe figs
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- Brown Sugar Syrup
- Sweetened Whipped Cream or ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°.
- Prick each fig in 2 or 3 places with the tip of a small sharp knife.
- Place the figs standing up in a pie plate.
- Sprinkle with the sugar and drizzle the water over the tops.
- Bake, uncovered, basting 2 to 3 times with the liquid until completely heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Prepare the Brown Sugar Syrup, and whip the cream, if using.
- To serve, divide the figs among 4 dessert dishes.
- Spoon the sugar syrup over the figs, letting it pool onto the dish.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream, if using, or ice cream