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Fig, Almond and Pistachio Cake

Recipe by JustInCooking

A moist, fragrant cake made with ground pistachios, almond flour, fresh figs and a glossy fig jam glaze. Perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert, this French‑inspired cake is easy to prepare and delightfully nutty.

EasyFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
36m
Prep
45m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 31m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$21.80
Per serving:$2.72

Critical Success Points

  • Grind pistachios into a fine powder
  • Cream butter, sugar and vanilla until fluffy
  • Add each egg only after the previous one is fully incorporated
  • Do not over‑mix after adding dry ingredients
  • Initial bake at 190 °C then lower to 170 °C
  • Check doneness with a knife test

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and hot jam with oven mitts
  • Use a sharp knife carefully when cutting figs
  • Do not over‑heat the jam to avoid burns

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