Description
Delicious Strawberry Homemade Fig Newtons combine a tender almond and cassava flour crust with a luscious, naturally sweet strawberry and fig filling. This delightful treat is gluten-free and perfect for a wholesome snack or dessert, made with simple ingredients and baked to golden perfection in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 4 tablespoons Butter (adds a rich, creamy flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Sugar (for a subtle caramel-like sweetness)
- 1 large Egg (acts as a binder)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (enhances overall flavor)
- 1 cup Almond Flour (offers a nutty flavor, gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup Cassava Flour (adds light texture)
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda (helps the dough rise)
- 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt (balances sweetness)
Filling
- 1 cup Strawberries, diced (brings flavor and juiciness)
- 1 cup Figs, chopped (choose ripe for sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (adds brightness)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, enhances sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it reaches the correct baking temperature while you prepare the dough and filling.
- Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and coconut sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, cassava flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate to firm up.
- Prepare the Filling: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the diced strawberries, chopped figs, lemon juice, and honey. Cook for about 5 minutes until the fruit softens and releases juices. Remove from heat and blend the mixture until thick and smooth.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a sheet of parchment paper, roll the chilled dough to about ½ inch thickness. Trim the edges neatly to form a rectangle suitable for filling.
- Assemble the Newtons: Spoon the prepared fruit filling evenly across the rolled dough. Carefully roll the dough over the filling to enclose it and seal the ends tightly to prevent leakage.
- Cut and Bake: Slice the rolled dough into four equal pieces and place them on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the Newtons turn a lovely golden brown.
- Cool and Store: Allow the baked Newtons to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container to maintain freshness and enjoy them within several days.
Notes
- Ensure figs are ripe and soft for the best natural sweetness in the filling.
- Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll and shape without sticking.
- Adjust sweetness in the filling by altering the honey amount based on fruit ripeness.
- Store Newtons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer storage.
- These Newtons are naturally gluten-free and can be enjoyed by those avoiding gluten.
