Maple Frosted Figgies
Delight your taste buds with Maple Frosted Figgies, an irresistible fusion of rustic charm and indulgent sweetness. These moist, spiced cakes are studded with tender pieces of dried figs that have been softened to perfection, creating pockets of fruity richness in every bite. Topped with a creamy maple frosting made from pure maple syrup, powdered sugar, and a touch of heavy cream, these figgies strike the perfect balance between earthy and sweet. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple baking process, this recipe is both beginner-friendly and satisfying enough to impress at any gathering. Perfect as a dessert or a delightful treat with your afternoon coffee, these figgy cakes bring autumnal warmth to your table year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried figs
- 1 cup Hot water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Chop the dried figs into small pieces and soak them in 1 cup of hot water for 10 minutes to soften. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the softened figs gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a figgy comes out clean.
Allow the figgies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the maple frosting, whisk together the powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and heavy cream until smooth and spreadable.
Once the figgies are completely cool, spread the maple frosting generously over the tops.
Serve and enjoy your Maple Frosted Figgies, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3% | |
*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.
