Description
This recipe guides you through making classic homemade Fig Newtons. These soft, chewy cookies are filled with a sweet fig filling and are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Fig Filling:
- 1 pound dried figs, stemmed
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Cookie Dough:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Fig Filling: In a saucepan, combine the figs, water, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook the filling, stirring occasionally, until the figs are softened and the mixture has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. Once cooled, pulse in a food processor until it forms a thick paste.
- Make the Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Assemble the Fig Newtons: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Spread the fig filling evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Fold the dough over the filling, and press the edges to seal.
- Cut the dough into 1-inch wide rectangles.
- Bake the Fig Newtons: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the Fig Newtons on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For a smoother filling, blend the fig mixture in a food processor.
- Ensure the filling is completely cool before assembling the cookies to prevent the dough from becoming too soft.
- Store the baked Fig Newtons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: PT45M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 22g