Soft Cake with Fig Compote
Description
Soft fig compote cake is a dessert that embodies the authenticity and sweetness of Sicily, combining the softness of a soft dough with the rich and enveloping fig compote. Its light and moist texture mixes perfectly with the intense and natural flavor of figs, transforming every bite into a pleasurable experience. The cake is ideal for an elegant snack, for a dessert to serve during a special lunch or even as a sweet homemade gift. The final touch of icing sugar, which you can add to decorate, gives a further contrast with the sweetness of the compote, creating a perfect balance between simplicity and refinement. If you are looking for a dessert that can conquer everyone with its authentic flavor and softness, this cake is the perfect choice.
Difficulty : Medium
Time : 45 minutes
Serves : 8-10 people
Allergens
- Gluten (00 flour)
- Lactose (butter)
- Egg
Ingredients
- 200g of 00 flour
- 100g granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 100g melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 150g of fig compote
- A pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for decoration (optional)
Procedure
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Preparation of the dough :
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until the ingredients are well combined. -
Mixing the dry ingredients :
Sift the flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt, and gradually add them to the egg mixture, stirring gently to avoid lumps. Finally, add the fig compote and mix until you get a smooth and well-blended dough. -
Cooking :
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease and flour a 22cm cake tin. Pour the batter into the tin and smooth it out with a spatula. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. -
Service :
Allow the cake to cool before removing it from the pan. If desired, decorate it with a dusting of powdered sugar to add an elegant touch. The fig compote cake is perfect to enjoy alone or accompanied by a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Suggestion :
This recipe is very versatile and can be enriched with other seasonal fruits or fresh cheeses such as ricotta or goat cheese to add a creamy touch. The combination of red fruits and figs will make this cake perfect for any special occasion!
