3.73 11 Published Sep 11, 2024, Updated Oct 04, 2024 As you may know if you follow me on Instagram, we had a fig tree in our backyard at our old house (which I miss!) so this recipe, along with my fig salad and fig jam came about after a week of picking so many figs I didn’t know what to do with them!
How to Make Fig Bread
How to Serve Fig Bread
I could honestly eat this bread any time of day! Here are some ideas I’m dreaming of:
chopped nuts – if you like nuts in your quick breads, add a handful to this batter! I recommend walnuts or pecans, but any nut will do. chocolate chips – an obvious first choice! I recommend adding Lily’s chocolate chips to keep the sugar and carbs down while still adding decadent chocolate flavor.
One thing to note when shopping for (or picking!) figs is that they don’t ripen after you pick them from the tree so they won’t ripen once you bring them home from the store. Look for figs that give slightly when you press the skin, have smooth, solid skin and aren’t mushy, bruised, cracked or wrinkled. One way to check if the fig is mushy? Check the stem! If it’s loose, that means you’ve got a mushy fig on your hands. The stems should be firmly attached!
Enjoy as delicious breakfast with some nut butter, fresh figs and honey drizzled on top. Paired with a warm cup of coffee (like my pumpkin spice latte) and you’ve got the perfect morning. Top with butter and fig jam for a savory-sweet treat. Toast a piece of bread and top with ricotta and a drizzle of honey. Served for brunch alongside my dairy-free quiche, fruit salad and apple cider mimosas.
How to Store Leftovers
After allowing the bread to cool completely, you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for 3-5 days at room temperature. For longer storage, you can store in the fridge for 5-7 days or freezer for up to 3 months.
More Quick Breads to Try
Cranberry Banana Bread Zucchini Banana Bread Coconut Flour Banana Bread Tahini Banana Bread Pumpkin Banana Bread Healthy Lemon Loaf (Starbucks Copycat) Oat Flour Banana Bread
Check out all the healtthy quick bread recipes on EBF!
