Easy Healthy Fig, Honey & Almond Cake
This fig honey almond cake celebrates simple, nourishing ingredients. Almond flour keeps it tender and gluten-free, honey adds gentle sweetness, and fresh figs bring jammy pockets of flavor. Olive oil replaces butter for a lighter crumb, making this cake both healthy and comforting.
⏱ Time Required
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour
🧾 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1½ cups almond flour
¼ cup whole wheat flour or oat flour (optional; see tips)
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
3 large eggs, room temperature
⅓ cup honey
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil (or mild avocado oil)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 orange or lemon (optional, highly recommended)
Fruit & Topping
6–8 fresh figs, sliced
¼ cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon honey (for drizzling, optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 170°C (140°F).
Line or lightly grease an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk almond flour, flour (if using), baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Step 3: Whisk Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
Add honey, olive oil, vanilla, and citrus zest. Mix until smooth.
Step 4: Combine
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 5: Assemble
Pour batter into prepared pan.
Arrange fig slices on top and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Step 7: Cool & Finish
Cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle lightly with honey if desired.
✅ Tips for Best Results
Use ripe but firm figs for the best texture
Almond flour keeps the cake moist—avoid overbaking
For dairy-free perfection, serve with coconut yogurt
Let the cake cool slightly before slicing for clean cuts
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this cake gluten-free?
Yes, if you skip the optional wheat/oat flour and use 100% almond flour.
Can I use dried figs?
Yes. Soak chopped dried figs in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
Can I replace honey?
You can use maple syrup, but honey gives the most authentic Mediterranean flavor.
Is this cake suitable for breakfast?
Absolutely. It’s lightly sweet, high in healthy fats, and protein-rich.
How do I store it?
Store covered at room temperature for 1 day, or refrigerate up to 4 days.
🥗 Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal
Protein: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fat: 14 g
Fiber: 3 g
Refined Sugar: 0 g