Torta Di Fichi

A delicious Italian fig cake, perfect for dessert or a sweet treat with coffee.

Ingredients - Serves 8

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
Slice the figs into quarters.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and arrange the figs on top.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool before serving.