Pan de Higo

Pan de Higo is a traditional Spanish fig bread that combines sweet figs with nuts and spices, creating a delightful and nutritious breakfast option. This dairy-free recipe is perfect for those seeking a wholesome start to their day.

Ingredients

• Dried figs - 200 grams
• Walnuts - 50 grams
• Almonds - 50 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oats - 50 grams
• Orange zest - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 100 milliliters

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, soak the dried figs in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them, then drain and chop them coarsely.
3. In a food processor, combine the soaked figs, walnuts, almonds, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, oats, orange zest, and 100 ml of water. Blend until the mixture is well combined but still chunky.
4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cool, slice the fig bread into pieces and serve as desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 12 g
• Sodium: 2 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from figs and nuts.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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