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Fresh Fig Cake

A tender, spiced cake filled with sweet fresh figs and warm cinnamon notes. This traditional Southern recipe yields a moist cake with rich natural sweetness.

65 minEasyServes 8340 cal/serving

CajunDessertOvenVegetarianKosher-styleNut-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh figs, chopped
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a cake pan.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt.

  3. 3

    Add 2 beaten large eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup buttermilk to the dry ingredients, stirring until combined.

  4. 4

    Fold in 2 cups chopped fresh figs gently.

  5. 5

    Pour batter into pan and bake for 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Fresh Fig Cake?

As written, 65 minutes: 20 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (45 minutes): "Pour batter into pan and bake for 45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean."

What temperature do I cook Fresh Fig Cake at?

For Fresh Fig Cake, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 45 minutes, in step 5.

Why fold instead of stir in Fresh Fig Cake?

Step 4 reads: "Fold in 2 cups chopped fresh figs gently." Folding keeps the air you just beat in. Stirring at step 4 would knock it out and the result would come out dense.

What can I use instead of buttermilk in Fresh Fig Cake?

The entry for Fresh Fig Cake calls for 1/2 cup buttermilk. In its place: Stir a tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar into a cup of milk and let it stand five minutes. Plain yogurt thinned with milk also works.

Is Fresh Fig Cake vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup buttermilk and 2 large eggs, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Fresh Fig Cake contain eggs?

Yes: 2 large eggs, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Fresh Fig Cake?

Store Fresh Fig Cake airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

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