Fig Pie

Fig season is a fleeting time, but one that makes us grateful to live in the South. With so many different varieties, from delicate white-fleshed figs to others with dark pink interiors and molasses-like sweetness, our region has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to this unique fruit.

For this fig pie, we recommend finding fresh figs at the farmers' market and relying on varieties like Brown Turkey, Alma, or Italian Black. Taste and take note of the sweetness level of the figs you use. If they're on the sweeter side, you might want to increase the amount of lemon juice, or decrease it if the figs have a more mild flavor.

Serve this custardy fig pie in the afternoon or evening with a dollop of whipped cream for an airy, creamy touch.

Ingredients for Fig Pie

With just six pantry staples needed for the filling, fig pie is a must-make—especially if you have an abundance of fresh figs on hand. To make it, you'll need:

• Refrigerated piecrust: Grab store-bought or make your own.
• Fresh figs: We recommend Brown Turkey, Alma, or Italian Black varieties.
• Large eggs: Helps set the filling of the pie.
• Granulated sugar: To sweeten the pie.
• All-purpose flour: Helps thicken the filling.
• Unsalted butter: For additional richness.
• Fresh lemon juice: Adds a citrusy note to the filling.
• Ground ginger: Complements the figs with its subtle warming quality.
• Whipped cream: For serving.
  

How To Make Fig Pie

With a store-bought piecrust and a quick mix, this pie comes together in no time at all. Full instructions are below, but here's a brief recap before you get started:

• Step 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Fit piecrust into a 9-inch pie plate; trim and crimp. Place figs into crust in an even layer. Combine eggs, sugar, flour, butter, lemon juice, and ginger until well blended. Pour over figs.
• Step 2. Bake on bottom rack for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F; bake until set, about 40 minutes more. Cool completely on a wire rack; serve with whipped cream.
  

Making Fig Pie Ahead

For the freshest flavor, make and bake this pie up to one day ahead; cool completely, cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.

What To Serve With Fig Pie

While a dollop of whipped cream is a perfect complement, we wouldn't turn away a scoop of ice cream, a drizzle of honey, sprinkling of pistachios, or dusting of powdered sugar.

How To Store Leftover Fig Pie

Wrap and refrigerate leftover fig pie for up to three days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Editorial contributions by Katie Rosenhouse.