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Fig Newton Recipe

Homemade Fig Newtons with a tender crust and sweet fig filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup dried figs chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Food processor (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine the chopped figs and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the figs to a food processor and blend until smooth.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just combined.
  7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into rectangles.
  8. Place a spoonful of fig filling in the center of each rectangle, fold over, and seal the edges.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden.

Notes

Let the Fig Newtons cool completely before cutting for clean edges. These are great for snacks or dessert.