We Want Some Figgy Pudding Recipe

Name: We Want Some Figgy Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter; 2 eggs; 1 cup molasses; 2 cups mission figs (buy 1 lb. chop yourself); 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind; 1 cup buttermilk; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 cups brandy; cheesecloth

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
1 cup molasses
2 cups mission figs (buy 1 lb. chop yourself)
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups brandy
cheesecloth

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Grease a 9-inch tube pan.
3
Beat butter until soft.
4
Add eggs and molasses and beat till fluffy.
5
Add chopped figs (try to use good quality figs), grated lemon rind, and buttermilk.
6
In another bowl combine all the rest of the ingredients (all dry ingredients).
7
Pour dry ingredients into fig mixture and stir well.
8
Pour into tube pan and cook for about an hour or until toothpick comes out pretty clean.
9
After about 15 minutes, try to dislodge cake and put out onto a baking rack.
10
Soak enough cheese cloth to go around the cake a couple times in brandy.
11
When cake is cool, wrap it up well and soak for 24 hours.
12
Serve with hard sauce.

960

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* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, 2 eggs, 1 cup molasses, 2 cups mission figs (buy 1 lb. chop yourself), and more.

Yes, We Want Some Figgy Pudding 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

We Want Some Figgy Pudding

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