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Sicilian Fig-Filled Christmas Cookies are a holiday delight!

Sicilian Fig-Filled Christmas Cookies are a holiday delight filled with a sweet fig and nut mixture, perfect for festive gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup dried figs chopped
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped figs, walnuts, honey, and ground cloves. Mix well to create the filling.
  7. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into squares or circles, about 3 inches in size.
  8. Place a teaspoon of the fig filling in the center of each square or circle. Fold the dough over to create a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.
  9. Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a spicier filling, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the fig mixture.
  • Substitute the walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different flavor profile.

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