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Easy Honey and Fig Cake Recipe | |
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Ingredients:
Makes 2 loavesFigs are symbolic of the sweetness of life, and the fig tree is a symbol of prosperity and longevity. Here, figs are featured in a traditional Hanukkah bread. 6 eggs 1 cup honey 1 cup sugar 2 Tbs. oil 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking soda 11/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. allspice 1/2 tsp. cloves 1 cup finely chopped dried figs 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts
Directions:
Preheat oven to 300:F. Grease and flour two loaf pans.In a large bowl, mix eggs, honey, sugar, and oil. Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices. Fold in figs and nuts. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake 1 hour or until firm to the touch in the center. Unmold and cool on racks. Cool thoroughly before cutting into slices. | |