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Fig, Almond, and Date Cake
A moist and flavorful cake combining dried figs, dates, and almonds, drizzled with a citrus honey syrup for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 150 g dried figs, finely chopped
- 120 g pitted dates, chopped
- 120 ml boiling water
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 150 g almond flour
- 60 g all-purpose flour ((or more almond flour for gluten-free))
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 150 g brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 120 ml olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 60 g sliced almonds
For the Honey Citrus Syrup
- 120 ml honey
- 60 ml fresh orange juice
- 0.5 tsp orange zest
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon
For Garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped almonds
- extra chopped figs and dates
Instructions
- Soften the figs and dates in boiling water with baking soda for 10 minutes, then mash into a paste.
- Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl. Beat sugar and eggs, then add oil and vanilla. Fold in dry ingredients, fruit paste, and sliced almonds.
- Pour batter into a prepared pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Simmer honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, and cinnamon for 5 minutes. Drizzle warm syrup over the cooled cake and garnish with chopped almonds, figs, and dates.
Notes
Ensure the cake is fully cooled before drizzling with syrup for best texture.