CHOCOLATE FIG CAKE RECIPE 1

CHOCOLATE FIG CAKE RECIPE 1 

Experience the perfect combination of rich chocolate and succulent figs with this Chocolate Fig Cake. Moist, decadent, and naturally sweetened with fresh figs, it’s an irresistible dessert that’s easy to make and impressive to serve.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour

• ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar

• ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil

• 2 large eggs, at room temperature

• ½ cup (120 ml) milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ cup chopped fresh figs

For the Fig Topping:

• 6–8 fresh figs, halved

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

• 1 tbsp butter

Optional Chocolate Glaze:

• ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream

• 100 g dark chocolate, chopped

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan and line with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add oil and vanilla extract.

4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, folding gently.

5. Fold in chopped figs. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

2. Caramelize the Figs

1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add halved figs, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook for 5–7 minutes until figs are soft and caramelized.

3. Prepare Chocolate Glaze (Optional)

1. Heat cream until simmering and pour over chopped dark chocolate.

2. Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.

4. Assemble the Cake

1. Cool the cake slightly before transferring to a serving plate.

2. Top with warm caramelized figs.

3. Drizzle chocolate glaze if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Tips for the Best Chocolate Fig Cake

• Use ripe but firm figs to maintain shape.

• Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the sponge light.

• Enhance flavor with a splash of coffee or orange liqueur in the batter.

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Why This Cake Is a Must-Try

This Chocolate Fig Cake delivers moist texture, natural sweetness, and rich chocolate flavor in every bite. Perfect for dessert lovers and fig enthusiasts alike, it’s ideal for special occasions or a cozy weekend treat.

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 INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup chopped figs, dried
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup applesauce
• 2 eggs
• 3 tablespoons cocoa
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups flour

INSTRUCTIONS 

 Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour an 8×12 baking dish. 

In a large bowl, combine boiling water and figs. 

Add in the baking soda and let cool. 

 In another bowl, combine the vegetable oil, sugar, applesauce, eggs, cocoa, salt, vanilla; mix until smooth. 

Add 1/4 cup flour to the batter mixture; mix well. 

Add in 1/2 of the fig mixture to batter; mix well. 

 Alternate adding remaining flour and fig mixture to batter until all ingredients are included; mix well. Spread mixture into baking dish. 

Bake 50 minutes. The chocolate fig cake recipe is ready...enjoy it ! 

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