Moist Fig Bread
A heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly bread made with fresh figs and aromatic spices, perfect for healthy snacking or breakfast.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour For structure and tenderness.
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda Helps the bread rise.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom Adds warm, earthy notes.
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Brings comforting sweetness.
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cloves Gives a subtle spicy kick.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar Balances the richness of figs.
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar Contributes moisture and depth of flavor.
- 2 large Eggs Bind ingredients and provide moisture.
- 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Keeps the bread moist.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Rounds out the flavors beautifully.
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh or dried figs, chopped Adds natural sweetness and packs in nutrients.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan with vegetable oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Chop your figs and set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined.
Cooking
- In a separate large bowl, combine the sugars, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined—do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped figs until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serving
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice into thick pieces and enjoy.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Ensure figs are fresh for best flavor.