Fig Bread

Fig Bread is moist, tender, and filled with the natural sweetness of ripe or dried figs. Infused with cinnamon and vanilla, it delivers a comforting aroma and a soft, rich crumb that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.

Try More Fig Desserts Recipes:

• Roasted Fig Gelato
• Fig Almond Cake
• Fig Bars Recipe

🧈 Fig Bread Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
• 1 cup chopped dried figs (or 1 ½ cups fresh figs, diced)
• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

🥮 How To Make Fig Bread

1. Preheat the oven:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the dry ingredients:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar:
   In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add honey, then mix in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients:
   Add half the flour mixture to the butter mixture, then mix in yogurt. Add remaining flour and stir until just combined.
5. Fold in figs and nuts:
   Gently fold in chopped figs (and nuts, if using) until evenly distributed.
6. Bake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and serve:
   Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Soften dried figs: If your figs are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before chopping.
• Add citrus: A touch of orange zest adds brightness to the flavor.
• Make it dairy-free: Substitute butter with coconut oil and yogurt with almond milk.
• Add a glaze: Drizzle with a simple honey glaze or cream cheese frosting for extra indulgence.
• Storage-friendly: This bread keeps beautifully for several days and tastes even better the next day!

🍯 What To Serve With Fig Bread?

Enjoy a slice of Fig Bread with butter, honey or cream cheese for breakfast. It also pairs beautifully with soft cheeses like brie or mascarpone for an afternoon snack or dessert.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Fig Bread?

• Room Temperature: Store covered for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight at room temperature before serving.

FAQs

Try More Fig Desserts Recipes:

• Chocolate Dipped Figs
• Milk Fondants With Figs
• Fig Cake Recipe

📊 Fig Bread Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loaf)

• Calories: 240 kcal
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 170mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 35g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 4g