Soft Fig Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup chopped fresh figs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (around 2-3 minutes).
4. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract. Add the dry ingredients and sour cream, alternating between the two. Mix just until everything is combined.
5. Fold in the chopped fresh figs with a spatula until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top using a spatula. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the cake in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slices of the soft fig cake with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.

You can also serve it as a sweet brunch option with a hot cup of coffee or tea on the side.

Verdict:

This soft fig cake is a perfect treat for fig lovers. It is moist, tender and not too sweet. The addition of sour cream makes the cake incredibly tender, and the chopped fresh figs add a fruity note to the dessert. It is easy to make and is sure to please any crowd!