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Upside Down Fig Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Mozambique, Upside Down Fig Cake is a delightful dessert that showcases the local abundance of fresh figs. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this cake symbolizes hospitality and the joy of sharing. Its sweet, caramelized fig topping contrasts beautifully with the moist cake, making it a cherished treat. Today, variations can be found in many cultures, often incorporating different fruits or spices, reflecting the global love for this simple yet elegant dessert.

MozambicanMZdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
30g of melted butter
30g of brown sugar
a hatful of figs
1 Egg
80g of white sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
130ml milk
3 tablespoons of olive oil
150g of flour
1 teaspoon of baking powder

fresh figs

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: canned figs

Dried or canned figs can be more accessible and budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while white sugar is typically cheaper.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cake flour can be less expensive.

1

Melt butter in a frying pan over low heat.

2

Add brown sugar to the melted butter and stir until combined.

3

Arrange figs in a decorative pattern on the bottom of the frying pan.

4

In a bowl, whisk together the egg, white sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until combined.

5

Add olive oil to the egg mixture and stir until smooth.

6

In another bowl, mix flour and baking powder together.

7

Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.

8

Pour the batter over the figs in the pan, smoothing the top.

9

Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the cake is set and a toothpick comes out clean.

10

Let the cake cool slightly before inverting onto a serving plate.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakinginverting

Equipment Needed

frying panmixing bowlswhisk

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Fig CakeFig Upside Down Cake

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