Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
3 unit

eggs

beaten

600 ml

granulated sugar

475 ml

ripe figs

mashed

175 ml

peanut oil

700 ml

flour

sifted

10 ml

baking soda

5 ml

salt

2 ml

cinnamon

125 ml

buttermilk

225 ml

chopped pecans

chopped

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~7 min

Grease and flour loaf pans to prevent sticking.

Step 3
~7 min

In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and frothy.

Step 4
~7 min

Gradually add sugar to the eggs, beating until well combined and creamy.

Step 5
~7 min

Incorporate the mashed fig puree into the egg and sugar mixture.

Step 6
~7 min

Pour in the peanut oil, mixing until evenly distributed.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 7
~7 min

In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~7 min

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the fig mixture, alternating with the buttermilk.

Step 9
~7 min

Beat until the batter is smooth and well combined.

Step 10
~7 min

Gently fold in the chopped pecans.

Step 11
~7 min

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.

Step 12
~7 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a glaze for extra sweetness.

Toast the pecans before adding them for a more intense flavor.

Store in an airtight container to maintain moisture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese board
Fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often baked during holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Breakfast
Snack
Dessert

Popularity Score

65/100