Homemade Fig Newtons
A delightful homemade version of the classic fig newtons, perfect for snack time.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Dried figs stems removed
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 cup Butter softened
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Orange juice for fig puree
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, blend figs and orange juice until smooth.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Combine with butter mixture.
- Roll out dough, spread fig mixture and fold to seal. Slice into rectangles.
- Bake on a greased baking sheet for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to one week.