Name: Fig and Orange Blossom Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick); 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ½ cup whole milk, room temperature; 2 tablespoons orange blossom water; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1 cup dried figs, stems removed and chopped; ½ cup chopped walnuts

Description

A tender and aromatic cake infused with orange blossom water, studded with chopped dried figs and crunchy walnuts. This Mediterranean-inspired dessert is perfect for tea time or special occasions.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup whole milk, room temperature
2 tablespoons orange blossom water
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1 cup dried figs, stems removed and chopped
½ cup chopped walnuts

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, orange blossom water, and orange zest.
Reduce mixer speed to low. Add the flour mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined.
Fold in chopped figs and walnuts with a spatula.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Release the springform and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

For extra flavor, soak chopped figs in warm orange juice before adding to batter.
Lightly coat figs in flour to prevent sinking.
Try drizzling with a simple orange glaze for extra citrus flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 340
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg