"You probably remember it from the old Christmas song. Figgy pudding is a spice cake-like souffle made with figs and walnuts. It is moist, delicious, and easy to make...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature
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2 eggs
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1 cup molasses
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2 cups dried figs (about 1 pound), stems removed, chopped fine
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1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
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1 cup buttermilk
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1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
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2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Garnish: Whipped cream