Fig and Date Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup chopped dates
• 1 cup chopped figs

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk.
4. Slowly stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in the dates and figs.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Figs are a great source of dietary fiber, vitamin B6, and potassium.
• Dates are a good source of iron, magnesium, and selenium.
• This is a great way to use up any leftover figs or dates you may have.
• This bread can be served for breakfast, as a snack, or for dessert.