Mini fig and walnut cakes with mascarpone cheese recipe
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Figs have been cultivated for thousands of years and are considered one of the oldest fruits in the world.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Mini fig and walnut cakes with mascarpone cheese recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a mini cake pan.
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In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped figs and walnuts.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, mix together the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.
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Once the cakes have cooled, spread a dollop of the mascarpone mixture on top of each cake.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.