Fig Cake Filling
Elevate your baked creations with this luscious homemade Fig Cake Filling, a decadent blend of natural sweetness and citrusy zest. Made with tender dried figs, rich honey, and a touch of brown sugar, this filling is simmered to perfection with bright lemon juice and aromatic orange zest for a flavor profile that’s both indulgent and refined. A hint of vanilla extract ties everything together, creating a smooth, velvety texture that’s easy to spread and irresistibly flavorful. Ideal for layering between cake tiers, filling pastries, or even spreading on toast, this versatile recipe comes together in just over 20 minutes. It’s the perfect addition to make your desserts truly unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams dried figs
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 120 milliliters water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Chop the dried figs into small pieces, removing any tough stems.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped figs, water, honey, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs soften and the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.
Allow the mixture to cool for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a food processor or blender.
Pulse the mixture until it reaches a smooth or slightly chunky texture, based on preference.
Let the filling cool completely before using it in your cake. Store any unused filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1308 mg | 28% | |
*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.
