Delicious homemade fig newton-ish cookies recipe

These fig newton-ish cookies are a delightful treat that combines a soft, chewy cookie base with a sweet and flavorful fig filling. Perfect for snacking or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried figs
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small saucepan, combine chopped figs, honey, water, and vanilla extract. Cook over low heat until figs soften and mixture thickens. Let cool.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Add egg and mix until combined.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until dough forms.
6. Divide dough in half. Roll out each half into a rectangle on a floured surface.
7. Spread fig mixture on one rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Place the other rectangle on top and press edges to seal.
8. Cut filled dough into individual cookie-sized pieces. Place on prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving.
10. Enjoy your homemade fig newton-ish cookies!

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