Fig Bread

Elevate your baking game with this delightful Fig Bread recipe, a perfect balance of natural sweetness and warm, spiced flavors. Made with tender dried figs simmered to perfection, a touch of ground cinnamon, and a mix of granulated and brown sugar, this moist loaf is rich and satisfying. A scattering of chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, adds a delightful crunch, while the aromatic hint of vanilla ties everything together. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, this easy-to-make bread comes together in under 20 minutes of prep time. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed on its own, this homemade fig bread will add a wholesome, gourmet touch to your table. Perfect for lovers of fruit-forward baked goods, this recipe is a must-try for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Dried figs
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
• 0.5 cup Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

Place the dried figs and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, or until the figs are soft and the water has mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Then chop the figs into small pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Fold in the cooled, chopped figs and chopped nuts.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1102 grams (1102.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2856

Total Fat 104.00g	133%
Saturated Fat 36.90g	185%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 507mg	169%
Sodium 3296mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 443.90g	161%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 234.80g
Protein 53.40g	107%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 486mg	37%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1403mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.0%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 60.7%