Fig Cake Filling

Elevate your baked creations with this luscious homemade Fig Cake Filling, a decadent blend of natural sweetness and citrusy zest. Made with tender dried figs, rich honey, and a touch of brown sugar, this filling is simmered to perfection with bright lemon juice and aromatic orange zest for a flavor profile that’s both indulgent and refined. A hint of vanilla extract ties everything together, creating a smooth, velvety texture that’s easy to spread and irresistibly flavorful. Ideal for layering between cake tiers, filling pastries, or even spreading on toast, this versatile recipe comes together in just over 20 minutes. It’s the perfect addition to make your desserts truly unforgettable!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams dried figs
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 120 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Chop the dried figs into small pieces, removing any tough stems.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped figs, water, honey, brown sugar, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs soften and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to cool for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a food processor or blender.

Step 7

Pulse the mixture until it reaches a smooth or slightly chunky texture, based on preference.

Step 8

Let the filling cool completely before using it in your cake. Store any unused filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	441.9 grams (441.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	882

Total Fat 2.70g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 37mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 213.00g	77%
Dietary Fiber 25.60g	91%
Total Sugars 170.50g
Protein 5.50g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 331mg	25%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1308mg	28%

*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: 2.7%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 94.8%