Description
Delicious Homemade Strawberry Fig Newtons combine the natural sweetness of ripe figs and fresh strawberries with a tender almond and cassava flour crust. These gluten-free treats are lightly sweetened with coconut sugar and honey, perfect for a wholesome snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Crust Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Cassava Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup Strawberries, diced
- 1 cup Figs, chopped (ripe)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the Newtons.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and coconut sugar together until creamy and smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk almond flour, cassava flour, baking soda, and sea salt evenly. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the butter mixture to form a dough. Wrap the dough in saran wrap and refrigerate it to chill and firm up.
- Prepare the Filling: Place diced strawberries, chopped figs, lemon juice, and honey in a saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat for approximately 5 minutes to soften the fruit and meld flavors. Remove from heat and blend the mixture until thick and spreadable.
- Roll Out the Dough: On parchment paper, roll out the chilled dough to about ½ inch thick. Trim the edges evenly to create a clean rectangle.
- Assemble the Newtons: Spoon the fruit filling along one edge of the rolled dough. Carefully roll over the dough to enclose the filling completely, sealing the ends to prevent leakage.
- Slice and Bake: Cut the rolled dough into four equal pieces. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the Newtons: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the pastries turn golden brown.
- Cool and Store: Allow the Newtons to cool completely before enjoying. Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use ripe figs for natural sweetness and optimal texture in the filling.
- Honey is optional and can be adjusted or omitted based on your sweetness preference.
- Ensure the dough is well chilled before rolling to prevent sticking and ease handling.
- These Newtons are best enjoyed within a week when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with vegan margarine and use a flax egg instead of a whole egg.
