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Fig and Walnut Cake

This fig and walnut cake is a moist and flavorful treat baked in a loaf pan, combining the natural sweetness of dried figs with the earthy crunch of walnuts. With warm hints of cinnamon and a tender crumb, this loaf cake is perfect for enjoying as a breakfast, snack, or dessert. The figs add a subtle richness, while the walnuts provide texture, making every bite delightful.

Ingredients (for 10 servings):

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ½ cup dried figs, chopped
• ½ cup walnuts, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the Greek yogurt, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped figs and walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50-60 min. or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 min. before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.