What are fig newtons filled with?

The cookie is made up of a crumbly pastry with a jammy scoop of fig in the middle . Nabisco's recipes are (obviously) a secret, but modern copies suggest that you start with dried mission figs, and add applesauce and orange juice, and a little orange zest as you process the fruit.

How do you freeze fig newtons?

Best Way to Store Fig Newtons If you want them to last longer, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Alternatively, you can flash freeze them or wrap them individually in plastic wrap before storing them in a freezer-safe zip lock bag and freezing them for up to 3 months .

What type of sweet treat are fig newtons?

Newtons are a Nabisco-trademarked version of a cookie filled with sweet fruit paste . "Fig Newtons" are the most popular variety (fig rolls filled with fig paste). They are produced by an extrusion process.

Is Fig Newtons healthy for you?

Pros: Fiber Content: Fig Newtons are made with fig paste, which is a good source of dietary fiber . Fiber is important for digestive health and can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote satiety. Low in Saturated Fat: These cookies typically contain lower amounts of saturated fat compared to some other cookies and.

A small amount of fresh figs is a tasty and healthy treat to share with your furry companion . Figs are rich in vitamins A and C, iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium—all of which are necessary dietary ingredients to maintain good bone density, reduce risk of heart disease, and improve digestion.

Should Fig Newtons be refrigerated?

Cover and “mature” for at least 6 hours before serving; prior to that, the cookies will taste dry. Store for up to 1 week at room temperature or up to a month in the fridge .

Are fig newtons the same as fig rolls?

The main difference between the two is that Fig Newtons are softer and squishier than the biscuity shell of fig rolls. I would almost say that they are slightly damp. That said, sometimes fig rolls can be a bit dry – I usually have mine with a mug of tea or coffee.

Are there different flavors of Fig Newtons?

Other flavors include strawberry, raspberry, and mixed berry.

What is the original name of Fig Newtons?

It was originally called just a "Newton" and the "Fig" part was added after the fact because people liked the fig jam filling. The machine that makes Newtons was invented by James Henry Mitchell in 1891, and the Kennedy Biscuit Works started making and selling them around that time.

Are there actual figs in Fig Newtons?

The label lists flour, figs, sugar, corn syrup, vegetable oil, salt, corn fiber, oat fiber, baking soda, calcium lactate, malic acid, soy lecithin, sodium Benzoate, and sulfur dioxide. There is no dairy in there or any animal based products, so, yes, Fig Newtons are vegan . However, Fig Newtons are not gluten-free.

What is the inside of a fig newton made of?

The label lists flour, figs, sugar, corn syrup, vegetable oil, salt, corn fiber, oat fiber, baking soda, calcium lactate, malic acid, soy lecithin, sodium Benzoate, and sulfur dioxide . There is no dairy in there or any animal based products, so, yes, Fig Newtons are vegan. However, Fig Newtons are not gluten-free.

Are Fig Newtons made with real fruit?

Are Newtons made with real fruit? Yes, our Fig, Strawberry and Low Fat varieties are made with Real Fruit . How is Newtons involved in sustainability? At Mondelez International, we're on a mission to lead the future of snacking by creating snacks the right way for both people and planet to love.

What is fig paste made of?

This fig paste recipe is a delicious sweet fruit spread made entirely from dried figs , with no added sugar. You can either use it as you would jam, or use it to sweeten your baking. You can even serve it with cheese or dried meats, like a chutney.

Orange Cardamom Fig Newtons Recipe on Food52 (2024)

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by: vrunka

November11,2010

4.5

6 Ratings

Orange Cardamom Fig Newtons Recipe on Food52 (1)

Makes 5 dozen cookies

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Author Notes

When people see these little square cookies their faces light up with nostalgia. But what's even better is that after they take a bite, their smiles broaden and they declare these cookies even better than the originals. It's easy to make a big heap of these and keep the smiles going all day long. Note: If you don't have fresh figs, you can substitute a 1/2 pound dry figs, plus 2 cups water (or if you want to make grown-up fig newtons, you could use brandy or Cointreau for some of the liquid). - vrunka —vrunka

Test Kitchen Notes

Vrunka's cookies are a very nice update on the classic fig newton. With just a hint of citrus and spice, the sweet fig compote filling is delicious. Be sure to stir the figs when you start cooking, and add a little water or orange juice to keep the sugar from burning too quickly. You may not need an hour to get a nice thick consistency. Go for whole wheat flour -- its nutty quality works well with the flavorful fig filling. – Stephanie —The Editors

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What You'll Need

Ingredients

Cookie dough
5 tablespoonsbutter, melted
³/₄ cuppacked brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoonvanilla extract
2-1/2 cupswhole wheat flour
¹/₄ teaspoonbaking soda
2 teaspoonsbaking powder

Orange-Cardamom Fig Filling
1 poundfresh figs
³/₄ cupbrown sugar
zest from 1 orange
5-8 cardamom pods

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, combine butter and sugar, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
Mix in flour, baking soda and baking powder.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Note: you can sub some of the whole wheat flour for all-purpose if you want it to taste a little less... healthy.
Chop up the figs and combine with all filling ingredients in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil then simmer until thick, about 1 hour. Remove from heat and remove cardamom pods (remember to count them before you put them in so you know how many you're looking for!).
If it's too chunky, whirr the whole thing in a blender or with an immersion blender. Or just mash it with a potato masher. It doesn't have to be perfectly smooth, but you don't want big chunks.
Preheat oven to 375.
Split dough in half and roll it into a square-ish shape about 12' on each side. Cut it into three strips and transfer the strips to a cookie sheet (that's preferably covered with a silpat or parchment paper or just greased). Put a skinny strip of fig paste down the middle and then fold up the two sides so that meet at the top in the middle and over lap a little. They should stick together just fine, but give them a little squeeze if needed.
Slice the strips into 1-inch segments. No need to cut all the way through -- you can break them apart later.
Bake for 10-15 minutes or until brown.
Cool and repeat the process with the other half of the dough.
These cookies are better a day or two later so feel free to make them ahead of time.

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25 Reviews

Fran August 6, 2018

I make this annually when my fig tree provides me with a bounty of figs. The recipe is a bit time consuming but the fig newtons are soooo delicious. Really worth the time it takes to make.

vrunka September 21, 2018

I'm so delighted to hear this! I'm still waiting for my fall figs to come in.

Harvest Q. September 24, 2017

I had the same problem with crumbly dough. I added a bit more butter but that didn't work so I just flattened half the dough into an eight inch square pan, added the figs, then patted the rest of the dough on top. It came out fine but next time I'll do half all purpose flour and half whole wheat. It would help to know which type of cardamom you used.

Adelucchi October 4, 2015

Made this recipe after looking at it many times. It is great! All my fears of fig jam running out of the dough and making a mess were banished when these came out of the oven. They are delish! I wouldn't change a thing. Thanks for bringing my childhood favorite back but much better!

vrunka October 5, 2015

Yay! So glad you enjoyed them. I've been making big batches of this myself too!

Steph July 12, 2015

Hi there! I LOVE this recipe and have made it several times. It's been a while since last I made it and this time the dough seems to be so crumbly that I can barely roll it out. Any thoughts? Thanks for this yummy treat!

vrunka October 5, 2015

I am sorry I didn't see this until now, but if this happens again, feel free to add more butter or a bit of water to help it hold together.

chris September 16, 2014

I would never have thought about making fig newtons, before finding this great recipe. I used black mission dried figs (they had probably been on the shelf for a while), and it took longer than an hour to soften them. After assembling the "logs" I thought the tops looked a bit ragged, so I flipped them over and they baked with a lovely smooth top. Delicious; I can't wait to make them with fresh figs!