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Fig dough in bakery: advice, tricks and recipes from bakers to perfectly master their use and how to incorporate them into your creations.<\/p>\n\n

Fig paste is a flavor-rich and versatile ingredient that offers many creative possibilities for baking professionals.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Its sweet taste and supple texture add a unique touch to breads, pastries, and pastries. <\/p>\n\n

BROVER fig paste<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

It is a high-quality fig paste, with no additives or added sugars. It is made from dried, simply crushed figs harvested in Turkey using traditional picking and drying methods. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The texture of the fig paste is soft, but not too runny, easy to spread and incorporate.<\/p>\n\n

Use in pastries<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Fig paste can be used as a filling in pastries such as croissants or turnovers. To do this, simply spread a thin layer of fig paste over the puff pastry before rolling or folding it. <\/p>\n\n

You can mix fig paste with spices like cinnamon or cardamom to add an extra aromatic kick.<\/p>\n\n

Incorporation into breads<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Fig paste can be incorporated into bread dough to make fruit breads. To do this, it is advisable to mix it with other dried fruits (grapes, apricots) and nuts to add texture and flavor. <\/p>\n\n

Add the fig paste in small pieces during kneading, just after the first rise, so that it is well distributed without altering the structure of the bread.<\/p>\n\n

Make a classic sourdough bread, but add a fig paste heart in the center of each ball of dough before baking. When carved, your customers will discover a delicious sweet surprise that contrasts with the slightly acidic flavor of the sourdough. This bread can be sold in thick slices for use on toast or as an accompaniment to a cheese board. <\/p>\n\n

Original ideas to go further<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Combine the sweetness of fig paste with the character of a blue cheese like Roquefort. Spread the fig paste on a shortcrust or puff pastry base, then add a thin slice of blue cheese and a few crushed walnuts before baking. These sweet and savoury tarts can be offered in individual portions or in mini format for an aperitif buffet. <\/p>\n\n

For fig rolled cookies, roll the fig dough on shortbread or shortcrust pastry, roll it into a log, and cut into slices before baking.<\/p>\n\n

Wrap a thin layer of fig paste and a slice of prosciutto inside your croissants before baking. The fig paste will add a sweet note that pairs perfectly with the salty taste of the prosciutto. Serve these croissants in a mini version for brunch or a cocktail, or in regular size for a gourmet breakfast. <\/p>\n\n

Create macaroons with a surprising taste by filling the shells with a fig paste-based ganache and a balsamic vinegar reduction. This combination offers a unique balance between sweetness and acidity. <\/p>\n\n

For an original gingerbread, incorporate fig paste. Mix it into the batter before baking for a richer texture. Cut the gingerbread into thin slices and serve it with foie gras or a charcuterie platter for a sweet and savory pairing <\/p>\n\n

Prepare a soft brioche, braided and filled with a fig paste mixed with crushed pistachios. This combination of flavours and textures is both elegant and indulgent. Lightly glaze the brioche with a honey syrup and sprinkle with chopped pistachios for a crispy finish. <\/p>\n\n

Revisit the traditional galette des rois by replacing part of the frangipane with a fig paste mixed with caramel. This innovative version will bring a touch of originality to this classic pastry. Decorate the galette with fig patterns or caramel chips, a neat finish. <\/p>\n\n

Tips<\/strong> for optimal use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

If your fig paste is too firm, you can heat it slightly or add a few drops of hot water to soften it.<\/p>\n\n

Marinate the fig paste with a little orange juice or liqueur to give it a tangy note and reduce its sweetness.<\/p>\n\n

Fig paste goes well with mild cheeses such as ricotta or mascarpone, walnuts, honey, and even herbs such as rosemary for original creations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2415,"parent":0,"template":"","thematiques":[389,403,418,400,415,396,390,417,414,405,391,416],"univers":[381],"class_list":["post-2412","ingredient","type-ingredient","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","thematiques-babas","thematiques-bakery","thematiques-brioches","thematiques-cakes","thematiques-epiphany","thematiques-events","thematiques-individual-cakes","thematiques-muffins","thematiques-pastries","thematiques-snacking","thematiques-table-cake","thematiques-yule-logs","univers-bakery-universe"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ingredient\/2412","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ingredient"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ingredient"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2415"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2412"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"thematiques","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thematiques?post=2412"},{"taxonomy":"univers","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/atelierbrover.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/univers?post=2412"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}