Fig Cake II

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup fresh figs, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Beat in the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the figs.
5. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
7. Let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Figs are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including potassium and calcium.
• Figs are also high in antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage.
• This cake is a great way to enjoy the unique flavor of figs.