Panforte (Fruit and Nut Cake)

⏳ Time

1 hour 30 minutes

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

You can substitute the filling ingredients as you wish, using nuts or dried fruits that you like, along with spices that you prefer; the only irreplaceable ingredient here is fig. Use a neutral honey with no specific flavor. Store in the refrigerator. Sliced thinly, panforte is especially delightful when served.

Ingredients

Dried Apricots - 6.3 oz
Green Figs - 6.3 oz
Unsalted peanuts, shelled - 6.3 oz
Chopped almonds - 6.3 oz
Wheat Flour - 5.3 oz
Ground Cinnamon - 1 tablespoon
Nutmeg - 1 tablespoon
Honey - 6.3 oz
Grated Ginger Root - ½ spoons
Sugar - 2.5 oz
Water - 1 tablespoon

Step by Step guide

Step 1

Bring the honey, sugar, and water to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Boil the syrup for 2 minutes, then remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix the filling ingredients: figs (cut into wedges), dried apricots (cut into large cubes), nuts (previously shelled), flour, and spices. Pour in warm syrup and mix by hand until the mixture forms a uniform mass.

Step 3

For baking, use a round cast iron or ceramic mold with a diameter of 20 cm. Line the mold with parchment paper greased with butter. Periodically dampen your hands with water and press the mixture down firmly. Cover the top with parchment paper greased with butter. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes at a temperature of 302°F.