Almond and Fig Filling
Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and aromatic Almond and Fig Filling, a versatile blend of sweet dried figs, crunchy almonds, and warm spices. Perfectly balanced with a hint of honey and fresh orange juice, this filling is gently simmered with butter to create a luscious, textured paste. Flavored with cinnamon and vanilla and finished with a touch of salt, it strikes the ideal harmony between sweetness and depth. Whether spread in pastries, tucked into cookies, or spooned over yogurt, this quick-to-make filling (ready in just 15 minutes) is a delightful way to add a gourmet touch to your favorite recipes. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge, making it a convenient choice for meal prep or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Dried figs
- 100 grams Raw almonds
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 4 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon powder
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
1. Roughly chop the dried figs and remove any hard stems.
2. Place the raw almonds in a food processor and pulse until coarse crumbs form. Do not over-process; you want some texture.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped figs, honey, orange juice, and unsalted butter. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the figs are softened and the liquid is slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cinnamon powder, vanilla extract, and salt.
5. Let the mixture cool slightly, then transfer it to the food processor with the ground almonds.
6. Pulse the mixture until it forms a cohesive paste with small chunks of figs and almonds for texture. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.
7. Allow the filling to cool completely before using. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.6 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.1 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 597 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
