Indulge your taste buds with the irresistible Fig and Walnut Cookies, a culinary delight that harmonizes the natural sweetness of ripe figs with the crunchy texture of walnuts. These cookies are not just any ordinary treats; they are a testament to the baker's artistry, combining flavors and textures that create a symphony of taste in every bite. Embark on a delightful journey as we unveil the secrets behind these delectable cookies, featuring three enticing variations: the classic Fig and Walnut Cookies, the Fig, Walnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookies, and the Fig, Walnut, and Orange Zest Cookies. Each variation offers a unique twist, ensuring that every cookie lover finds their perfect match.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FIG, WALNUT & WHITE CHIP COOKIES
I use figs from my own tree to make these cookies. The white chips add a touch of sweetness.-Michaela Rosenthal, Woodland Hills, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, cream, lemon peel and vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in figs, 3/4 cup baking chips and walnuts. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours., Preheat oven to 350°. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until bottoms are lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt remaining chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
FIG AND NUT COOKIES
Fig, cranberries and almond pair up in these tasty cookies - a great dessert.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper.
- In medium bowl, mix flours, bran, baking soda, cinnamon and allspice with whisk; set aside. In large bowl, stir together brown sugar, melted butter and eggs. Stir in figs, cranberries and vanilla. Add flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Gently fold in almonds.
- Onto cookie sheet, drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls 4 inches apart. Sprinkle evenly with granulated sugar.
- Bake 12 minutes or until almost set. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg
FRESH FIG AND WALNUT COOKIES
A yummy, moist cookie made with fresh figs. So good you can't stop at one. These also freeze well.
Provided by glenmindy newton
Time 55m
Yield 42
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet.
- Cream sugar, shortening, and vanilla together in a mixing bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, cloves, and salt together in a separate bowl. Add to the wet ingredients and mix until blended; mixture will be a little dry. Stir in figs and walnuts; mixture will get added moisture from the figs. Use a medium cookie scoop to drop spoonfuls of batter onto the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges start to brown, 12 to 13 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat to scoop and bake remaining batches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 145.7 mg, Sugar 11.3 g
SICILIAN FIG COOKIES
A delicious fig-filled pastry. You may substitute the figs with dried apricots or dates. Hazelnuts can also be used in place of the walnuts.
Provided by Letricia
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make Pastry: Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the butter, eggs, vanilla and milk. Stir into a smooth dough. Remove dough from bowl and shape into a circle. Cut into 4 equal pieces, wrap in plastic and chill.
- To make the Filling: Use the zest and juice of the orange and place in large bowl. Mix in figs, raisins and nuts. Process in food processor until evenly chopped. Stir in honey, rum and cinnamon, and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- Remove dough from refrigerator. Roll one piece of dough at a time into an 8-inch wide strip about 1/4-inch thick. Cut lengthwise in half, forming two long strips, each about 4 inches wide. Lay strips on work surface. Brush top inch of each with cold water. About 1/3 of the way up from the bottom of the dough, place 1/4 of the filling in a 1-inch wide strip, running from end to end. Fold the moistened edge of the dough over the filling and press to seal edges. Cut each strip into 1-inch rectangles and place on cookie sheets. Repeat with remaining sections of dough.
- Bake 13 to 16 minutes, or until tops are golden. Let cool on cookie sheets for 10 minutes. Transfer to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 9.8 g
FIG AND WALNUT COOKIES
Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis Difficulty: Medium Prep Time: 45 minutes Inactive Prep Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Cook Time: 36 minutes Yield: 4 dozen
Provided by Phil Franco
Categories Dessert
Time 1h21m
Yield 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the pastry dough: Whisk the eggs and vanilla in a small bowl to blend. Mix the flour, sugar, lemon zest, and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and rub in with your fingers until the butter is the size of small peas. Add the egg mixture and mix with a fork until the dough comes together. Gather the dough into a ball. Divide the dough in 2 and flatten into disks. Wrap the dough disks in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, for the filling and cookies: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line 2 heavy large baking sheets with parchment paper. Finely chop the figs and raisins in a food processor. Add the honey, orange juice, cinnamon, and lemon zest, and pulse just to blend. Scrape the fig mixture into a medium bowl. Stir in the walnuts. Transfer the fruit mixture to a pastry bag.
- Roll out 1 disk of dough on a floured work surface to 1/8 to 1/4-inch thickness. Using a 2 1/2-inch diameter biscuit cutter, cut out dough rounds. Gather the dough scraps into a disk, then cover and refrigerate while assembling the cookies. Spoon the fruit mixture in the center of each dough round. Lightly moisten the edges of the dough with the egg wash. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal. Arrange the cookies evenly apart on the prepared baking sheets. Brush the tops of the cookies with egg wash. Bake until the cookies are pale golden, about 18 minutes.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and cool completely. Repeat with the refrigerated dough scraps and remaining filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.4, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 20.8, Sodium 30.2, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.9, Protein 1.8
FIG AND WALNUT BISCOTTI
Surprise! No butter or oil is used in these cookies that take two trips to the oven for their distinct texture.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 30
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flours, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and anise. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs until they're pale yellow and hold a ribbon for 1 second when whisk is lifted, about 5 minutes. Whisk in zest.
- Fold egg mixture into flour mixture until combined. Fold in figs and walnuts. Lightly spray a parchment-lined baking sheet with cooking spray. Divide dough in half on parchment. Spray hands with cooking spray; form each piece of dough into a 2 1/2-inch-wide log. Bake until dough is firm but gives slightly when pressed, about 25 minutes. Transfer sheet to a wire rack and let logs cool 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees.
- Cut each log on the diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices; place slices, cut side up, on sheet. Bake 7 minutes, flip biscotti, and bake 7 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, ripe figs. This will ensure that your cookies are as flavorful as possible.
- Chop the figs finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the cookies.
- Toast the walnuts. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving. This will allow them to firm up and develop their full flavor.
Conclusion:
Fig and walnut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up fresh figs. With their sweet, nutty flavor and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give fig and walnut cookies a try!
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