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Homemade Fig Newtons

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 20 cookies
Calories 150
Enjoy these homemade Fig Newtons with a wholesome twist, featuring a rich fig filling wrapped in tender, spiced dough.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/3 + 1 cup brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
  • 2 eggs whisked eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 8 oz dried mission figs
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup bourbon or other dark alcohol
  • 1/2 - 3/4 tablespoon maple syrup
  • zest and juice of half a lemon lemon zest and juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Pinch of salt

Instructions 

  • Combine flours, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a food processor. Add butter and pulse until small pieces form.
  • Add vanilla and about 3/4 of the eggs. Pulse until dough comes together; add more egg if needed.
  • Shape dough into a rectangle, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Cook figs with water, bourbon, maple syrup, lemon zest/juice, and spices until liquid is absorbed. Cool and blend into a smooth paste.
  • Divide dough, roll into rectangles, pipe fig filling, fold, and flatten. Slice into cookies and bake at 175°C for 18-22 minutes.

Notes

Chill the dough well for easier handling and better texture.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fig