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Gluten-Free Fig Newtons

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these homemade gluten-free fig cookies with a tender, fruity filling and crisp exterior.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1/2 cup Butter (softened)
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 Large egg Egg
  • 1 Tbsp Orange juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1/2 orange Orange zest
  • 1/2 cup White rice flour
  • 1/2 cup Sorghum flour
  • 1/4 cup Coconut flour
  • 1/4 cup Millet flour
  • 1 Tbsp Tapioca Starch/Flour
  • 1 tsp Xanthan gum
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Baking powder
  • 12 oz Dried mission figs
  • 1/3 cup Water

Corn starch (for rolling)

Instructions 

  • Prepare the fruit filling by blending figs with water until smooth.
  • Mix dry ingredients and cream with butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and orange zest to form dough.
  • Roll out dough on a floured surface, spread fig filling, and cut into rectangles.
  • Roll up the rectangles and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes until golden.

Notes

Chill the dough before rolling for easier handling.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fig, gluten free