Fall
Orange Cardamom Fig Newtons
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Fran
August 6, 2018
I make this annually when my fig tree provides me with a bounty of figs. The recipe is a bit time consuming but the fig newtons are soooo delicious. Really worth the time it takes to make.
vrunka
September 21, 2018
I'm so delighted to hear this! I'm still waiting for my fall figs to come in.
Harvest Q.
September 24, 2017
I had the same problem with crumbly dough. I added a bit more butter but that didn't work so I just flattened half the dough into an eight inch square pan, added the figs, then patted the rest of the dough on top. It came out fine but next time I'll do half all purpose flour and half whole wheat. It would help to know which type of cardamom you used.
Adelucchi
October 4, 2015
Made this recipe after looking at it many times. It is great! All my fears of fig jam running out of the dough and making a mess were banished when these came out of the oven. They are delish! I wouldn't change a thing. Thanks for bringing my childhood favorite back but much better!
vrunka
October 5, 2015
Yay! So glad you enjoyed them. I've been making big batches of this myself too!
Steph
July 12, 2015
Hi there! I LOVE this recipe and have made it several times. It's been a while since last I made it and this time the dough seems to be so crumbly that I can barely roll it out. Any thoughts? Thanks for this yummy treat!
vrunka
October 5, 2015
I am sorry I didn't see this until now, but if this happens again, feel free to add more butter or a bit of water to help it hold together.
chris
September 16, 2014
I would never have thought about making fig newtons, before finding this great recipe. I used black mission dried figs (they had probably been on the shelf for a while), and it took longer than an hour to soften them. After assembling the "logs" I thought the tops looked a bit ragged, so I flipped them over and they baked with a lovely smooth top. Delicious; I can't wait to make them with fresh figs!
Tom M.
February 10, 2014
I can't get fresh figs can I use dried figs and if yes how many?
vrunka
February 13, 2014
Hi Tom, Yes, you can definitely use dried figs. I've not made it that way myself, but what I would start with is about half a pound of dried figs plus maybe two cups of liquid: water would be fine, but orange juice or some combination of water and booze (like brandy) would be even better. If you try it, let me know how it goes!
The short cut option, of course, is to just buy some fig jam at the store. You can add some cardamom and orange zest to it if you want the same flavors as described in the recipe.
have fun!
The short cut option, of course, is to just buy some fig jam at the store. You can add some cardamom and orange zest to it if you want the same flavors as described in the recipe.
have fun!
gazputchy
September 22, 2013
A neighbor gave us a bunch of figs so I just made these. I had to gluten-free them but it worked and they're delicious! Thanks for sharing.
vrunka
September 23, 2013
So glad you got a chance to make them and I'm happy to hear that they work well gluten-free! I just got a big box full of figs, too, so I'll be making another batch of these soon. Yum!
almacucina
July 14, 2013
I can't wait to try these! I have a fig tree with lots of fruits coming in and this sounds like the perfect way to preserve them!
millicent
January 10, 2013
These are amazingly easy and yummy - I have made them twice. I baked half the batch then store the second batch in the freezer. This way whenever I want a hot treat I break apart a cookie and bake it. Then I can enjoy warm cookies whenever I desire.
Wrapping them in plastic cling soon after they leave the oven (but cool enough the plastic doesn't melt) ensures they dont dry out but stay soft and chewy
Wrapping them in plastic cling soon after they leave the oven (but cool enough the plastic doesn't melt) ensures they dont dry out but stay soft and chewy
vrunka
January 10, 2013
That's a really great idea, millicent. Now if I could just keep from eating all of them as soon as I make them... :)
ChefJune
May 14, 2012
I can't believe I didn't see this recipe before. Guess it's fairly time appropriate, since fresh figs will soon begin appearing around here. This is a must-make. Thanks.
treeamy
September 16, 2011
I had to make these as figs are in such abundance right now. I was absolutely startled as I took my first bite: along with the registration in my brain of "oh my gosh, this is a FIG NEWTON!", my mind was flooded with happy childhood memories. These little squares are packed with flavor and (look out!) nostalgia. An absolutely perfect fall treat.
Kitchen B.
December 9, 2010
Love this recipe, esp the flavour combination of orange and cardamom!!!!!!!!! I made some fig paste which is languishing in the fridge....I may well make these over the weekend
healthierkitchen
December 1, 2010
Wow! Love these flavors and I love working with whole wheat flour.
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