Welcome to my kitchen! I'm excited to share with you a delicious and healthy treat that is perfect for diabetics. Are Fig Newtons good for diabetics? Yes! They are a great source of dietary fiber and are low in sugar. Plus, they are easy to make and delicious! Let's get started! ## Recipe: Homemade Fig Newtons ### Ingredients * 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour * 2 tablespoons cornstarch * 1 teaspoon baking powder * ½ teaspoon salt * ¾ cup cold butter, cut into small cubes * ½ cup packed light brown sugar * 1 large egg * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup fig preserves ### Instructions #### Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F #### Step 2: Make the dough 1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. 2. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or two forks to cut it into the flour mixture until it’s in small crumbs. 3. Add the brown sugar, egg, and vanilla and stir until the dough comes together. #### Step 3: Assemble the Newtons 1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. Roll the dough out to ¼-inch thick on a lightly floured surface. 3. Cut the dough into 2-inch squares. 4. Place one teaspoon of fig preserves in the center of each square. 5. Fold over the edges of the dough and press them to seal. 6. Place the Newtons on the prepared baking sheets. #### Step 4: Bake the Newtons 1. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. 2. Let cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. 3. Enjoy!
