Figs in a Blanket Recipe

Name: Figs in a Blanket
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup chopped dried figs, stems removed; 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots; 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 8 1/2 -inch-thick slices white sandwich bread; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

Servings: persons

4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup chopped dried figs, stems removed
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
8 1/2 -inch-thick slices white sandwich bread
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as needed
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.
2
Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla and salt in a shallow dish.
3
Combine the dried figs, dried apricots, nuts, granulated sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl and toss to combine.
4
Dip 4 of the bread slices in the egg mixture, then transfer to a clean surface.
5
Top each slice with one-quarter of the fruit-nut mixture, then dip the remaining bread slices in the egg mixture and press on top to make 4 sandwiches.
6
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
7
Working in batches, cook the sandwiches until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
8
Transfer the sandwiches to the prepared baking sheet and bake until puffy and cooked through, 7 to 8 minutes.
9
Meanwhile, wipe out the skillet.
10
Add the brown sugar, the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and 3 tablespoons water; cook over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes.
11
Cut each sandwich in half and drizzle with the brown sugar sauce.
12
Photograph by James Wojcik

560

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, Pinch of salt, and more.

Yes, Figs in a Blanket falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Figs in a Blanket

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