Christmas Fig and Spice Cake with Creamy Citrus Frosting

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   To make the cake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease a 9-inch cake pan.

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   In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, water, and vanilla.

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   In a separate bowl, combine the buckwheat and hazelnut flours, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves.

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   Using an electric mixer, beat at low speed until the ingredients are combined.

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   Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and thoroughly combine.

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   Fold in the orange zest and figs.

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   Pour the batter into the cake pan and bake for 50 minutes.

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   Its done when the cake bounces back after gently pressing a finger into the top.

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   To make the frosting, combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

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    Using an electric mixer, beat at low speed until combined.

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    Increase speed to high and whip until the frosting is creamy and smooth.

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    You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times to be sure all the ingredients have been incorporated.

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    When the cake has completely cooled, frost it using a cake spatula or butter knife.

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    For an extra-rich treat, carefully split the cake in half using a serrated knife and frost in the middle as well.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.