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Egyptian Fig Rolls recipe is a Dessert, Snack meal that takes 12 minutes to make. If you enjoy for Dessert, Snack, you will like Egyptian Fig Rolls!

Egyptian Fig Rolls

Egyptian Fig Rolls Recipe
Egyptian Fig Rolls

You may know these tender, not too sweet cookies by their name Fig Newtons, but in reality the recipe is of Egyptian design. This version combines the traditional flavours of North Africa with the whole grain cookies of today.

What Course Is Egyptian Fig Rolls?

Egyptian Fig Rolls is for Dessert, Snack.


How Long Does Egyptian Fig Rolls Recipe Take To Prepare?

Egyptian Fig Rolls takes 80 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Egyptian Fig Rolls Recipe Take To Cook?

Egyptian Fig Rolls takes 12 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Egyptian Fig Rolls Recipe Make?

Egyptian Fig Rolls makes 24 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Egyptian Fig Rolls Recipe?

The ingredients for Egyptian Fig Rolls are:

Filling:
8 oz dried figs (I used a combination of Black Mission and Calimyrna)
1 tbsp honey
1/4 cup water
pinch nutmeg
pinch cardamom
pinch cinnamon
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Cookie:
2 oz flour
3 oz spelt flour
pinch baking soda
pinch salt
1 oz salted butter, room temperature
2 oz non-hydrogenated shortening
1 oz brown sugar
2 egg whites
1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp orange extract


How Do I Make Egyptian Fig Rolls?

Here is how you make Egyptian Fig Rolls:

Filling:Mix the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring up to a gentle simmer.Cook for 30 minutes, until all the liquid is absorbed and figs begin to turn into a "paste". Transfer to a food processor and pur?e a thick consistency.Cool completely, then transfer to a plastic zip-top bag and set aside. (Note: you can make this up to 3 days in advance)---Dough:Whisk together the flours, baking soda and salt. Set aside.Cream the butter, shortening, sugar, egg whites and extracts in a bowl.Add the dry ingredients, beating to combine into a dough.Wrap well in plastic and chill at least one hour.---Assembly:Preheat the oven to 325 and line a baking sheet.Roll the dough into a thin layer (less than 1/4") on a floured surface or between sheets of waxed paper.Slice strips about 3 1/4" wide, and pipe the filling along the centre of each.Fold the sides over the filling, lightly pressing down to seal (add a brushing of water if necessary to stick). Slice into "two bite" sized pieces (about 1") and place on the lined sheet.Bake, one sheet at a time, for 12 minutes. Keep unbaked cookies in the fridge between bakes (or freeze for later baking).Serving Size: Makes 24 cookiesNumber of Servings: 24Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JO_JO_BA.


What's The Nutritional Info For Egyptian Fig Rolls?

The nutritional information for Egyptian Fig Rolls is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 24
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 78.0
  • Total Fat: 3.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 2.5 mg
  • Sodium: 17.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 8.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 0.9 g

What Dietary Needs Does Egyptian Fig Rolls Meet?

The dietary needs meet for Egyptian Fig Rolls is Vegetarian


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