Description
Spiced Fig and Walnut Loaf is a delightful blend of sweetness and crunch, featuring ripe figs and crunchy walnuts enveloped in warm spices. This easy-to-make loaf fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma, making it perfect for brunch, snacks, or dessert. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or savor it throughout the week as a versatile treat that will please any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried figs, chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- If using dried figs, chop them and soak in warm water for 10 minutes if they seem too dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream brown sugar and eggs together until smooth; gradually mix in milk.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients; fold in figs and walnuts without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute walnuts with pecans or enhance with chocolate chips. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing.