SICILIAN FIG PASTRIES
These fig-filled desserts have true European flavor. They add just the right amount of sweetness to the buffet table.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, shortening and salt; cover and process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water; stir in egg and vanilla. Gradually add to crumb mixture; pulse until dough forms a ball. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes., In a food processor, combine the figs, walnuts, water, grape jelly, orange zest and cinnamon; cover and process until blended. Set aside. , Separate dough into six portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 12x8-in. rectangle (dough will be very thin). Cut into 4x2-in. rectangles. Place a teaspoon of fig mixture on one short side of each rectangle; fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal. , Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Brush with egg and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375° for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Mwenda Chanda
[email protected]These pastries were a bit too dry for my taste. Next time, I'll brush them with milk before baking.
Lightning Emu
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of figs, but I actually really enjoyed these pastries. The filling was sweet and tangy, and the pastry was flaky and buttery.
Bagel Bee
[email protected]These pastries were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth the effort. They were so delicious that I couldn't stop eating them!
Shams Abdullah
[email protected]I loved the flaky pastry and the sweet filling. These pastries were the perfect treat for my afternoon tea.
Collins Nkansah
[email protected]These pastries were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Altaf Altaf
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed these fig pastries. They were easy to make and delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.
Indonesia Server
[email protected]The pastries were beautiful, but the filling was a bit bland. I think I'll add some spices to the filling next time.
kathy cardoza
[email protected]These pastries were a bit too dry for my taste. Next time, I'll brush them with milk before baking.
Brooklynn Ned
[email protected]I love the combination of figs and almonds in these pastries. The flavors complement each other perfectly.
yassen alhassan
[email protected]These pastries were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were so delicious that I forgot all about the effort I put into making them.
Naïl Bouzaf
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of figs, but I actually really enjoyed these pastries. The filling was sweet and tangy, and the pastry was flaky and buttery.
Jennifer Mahoney
[email protected]My family loved these fig pastries! They were the perfect treat for a special occasion.
Fridah Chola
[email protected]These pastries were easy to make and so delicious! I'm definitely adding them to my regular baking rotation.
Kelsey Kay
[email protected]The filling was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the pastry was perfect. Next time, I'll use less sugar in the filling.
RAM Sumit
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and the pastries turned out perfectly. They were so delicious that I ate two in one sitting!
Gracia Mukendi
[email protected]These fig pastries were a hit at my party! The filling was sweet and gooey, and the pastry was flaky and buttery. I'll definitely be making these again.