Portuguese Fig Cake Recipe

April 21, 2023 Post a Comment

Portuguese Fig Cake is a traditional Portuguese cake made from figs and is traditionally served with a cup of tea. It is a delicious and simple dessert that can be enjoyed by anyone. The cake is made with fresh figs, eggs, sugar, and butter. It is a light and moist cake that is sure to please.

Ingredients

1 cup of chopped fresh figs
3 eggs
1/2 cup of sugar
1/2 cup of butter, melted
1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar and melted butter until smooth. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, stirring until just combined. Finally, fold in the chopped figs.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve the Portuguese Fig Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition

This recipe makes one 9-inch cake. Each slice contains approximately:

Calories: 198
Fat: 8.9g
Carbohydrates: 27.1g
Protein: 3.2g
Fiber: 1.2g
Sugars: 16.3g

This cake is a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of fresh figs. It is a light and moist cake that is sure to please. The figs add a unique flavor and texture that are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Serve it with a cup of tea or coffee for a perfect afternoon treat.

This cake can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days. It also freezes well, so you can make it ahead of time and store it for up to 3 months. To freeze, wrap the cooled cake in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil before placing in the freezer.

This Portuguese Fig Cake is a simple and delicious dessert that is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It is a light and moist cake that is sure to please. It is a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of fresh figs. Enjoy!