Fig Almond Cake

Fig Almond Cake is a delightful treat that brings the rich, sweet flavors of figs together with the nutty essence of almonds. This moist and fluffy cake is perfect for any occasion, from a casual afternoon tea to a festive celebration. With its layered textures and sweet jam topping, it’s bound to impress your family and friends. Get ready to whip up a delicious Fig Almond Cake that’s as beautiful as it is tasty!

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 teaspoon oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh milk
• 2 teaspoons flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1-2 tablespoons fig jam
• Sliced almonds (to taste)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. In a bowl, beat the eggs together with a pinch of salt until foamy.
3. Pour in the sugar and beat with a mixer until pale.
4. Add the fresh milk and oil to the egg mixture and mix well.
5. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
6. Sift the flour together with the baking powder and gently add it to the egg mixture. Stir until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
7. Take a 24 cm (9-inch) diameter cake tin and grease it with a little butter. Sprinkle with flour and shake to distribute evenly.
8. Pour in the batter and smooth out the top.
9. In a small bowl, combine the remaining flour and granulated sugar.
10. Add the butter to the mixture and use your hands to crumble it until it resembles coarse crumbs.
11. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the cake batter evenly.
12. Spoon the fig jam over the crumb topping and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
13. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
14. Once done, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the tin.
15. Carefully remove the cake from the tin and place it on a serving dish.
16. Slice and serve your delicious Fig Almond Cake.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Nutrition Info (per slice): Approximately 180 calories, 6g protein, 8g fat, 22g carbohydrates.

How to serve

Serve your Fig Almond Cake as a delightful dessert or a sweet snack. This cake pairs wonderfully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also dust it with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. For a more indulgent experience, serve it alongside a steaming cup of coffee or tea.

FAQs

1. Can I use dried figs instead of fig jam?
Yes, you can use chopped dried figs instead of fig jam. Just ensure they are moistened slightly for better incorporation.

2. How can I store leftover Fig Almond Cake?
Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

3. Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes, you can substitute regular flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to make a gluten-free Fig Almond Cake.

Fig Almond Cake

A delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of figs with the nutty essence of almonds, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 3 large large eggs
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 teaspoon oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh milk
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon butter for greasing and mixing
• 1-2 tablespoons fig jam
• to taste Sliced almonds

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. In a bowl, beat the eggs together with a pinch of salt until foamy.
3. Pour in the sugar and beat with a mixer until pale.
4. Add the fresh milk and oil to the egg mixture and mix well.
5. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
6. Sift the flour together with the baking powder and gently add it to the egg mixture. Stir until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.

Baking

1. Take a 24 cm (9-inch) diameter cake tin and grease it with a little butter. Sprinkle with flour and shake to distribute evenly.
2. Pour in the batter and smooth out the top.
3. In a small bowl, combine the remaining flour and granulated sugar.
4. Add the butter to the mixture and use your hands to crumble it until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the cake batter evenly.
6. Spoon the fig jam over the crumb topping and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
7. Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
8. Once done, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the tin.
9. Carefully remove the cake from the tin and place it on a serving dish.
10. Slice and serve your delicious Fig Almond Cake.

Notes

This cake pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. It can also be dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.