Spiced Almond And Fig Cake Recipe

Name: Spiced Almond And Fig Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 150 grams butter, softened; 150 grams soft brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 eggs; 100 grams spelt flour; 100 grams ground almonds; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon mixed spice; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 8 soft dried figs, cut into quarters; 1/2 cup milk of your choice; Icing; 150 grams butter, softened; 2 cups icing sugar; 100 grams cream cheese; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; caramel sauce, optional; fresh or freeze dried figs

Servings: persons

Cake
150 grams butter, softened
150 grams soft brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
100 grams spelt flour
100 grams ground almonds
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon mixed spice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
8 soft dried figs, cut into quarters
1/2 cup milk of your choice
Icing
150 grams butter, softened
2 cups icing sugar
100 grams cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
caramel sauce, optional
fresh or freeze dried figs

1
Preheat the oven to 180u00b0C fan bake. Line a 22cm tin with baking paper.
2
In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar until pale, light and fluffy.
3
Add the vanilla and then the eggs, one at a time.
4
In two parts, add in the flour, ground almonds and spices, along with the milk. Stop your electric mixer once all the ingredients are combined - do not over-mix.
5
Spoon the batter into the tin and spread out evenly. Dot in the dried fig quarters and press down with the back of a spoon.
6
Bake for approximately 30-40 minutes or until golden in colour, springy to the touch and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.
7
Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.
8
Meanwhile, make the icing: in the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter until smooth, then add the icing sugar, vanilla and cinnamon and continue to beat until light and fluffy.
9
Add the cream cheese in small amounts and continue to beat until completely smooth and pale.
10
Once the cake is completely cool, spread on a layer of icing. Decorate as desired.
11
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

1376

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 150 grams butter, softened, 150 grams soft brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Spiced Almond And Fig Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Spiced Almond And Fig Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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