Twix Santorum

Step 9: Fig Newt Gingriches

These pale, doughy treats are a new take on the classic Fig Newton recipe. Sure, they might look physically unappealing, but each Fig Newt Gingrich's misshapen exterior contains a deliciously sweet and chewy center.

For a non-vegetarian option, try substituting the figs with actual newts! I haven't tried it, but what's the worst that could happen?

Ingredients:

For the dough:

• 4 oz butter
• 125 g sugar
• zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon
• 1 egg white
• 200g white flour

For the center:

• 15-20 dried figs
• 1 cup of apple juice
• 1 cup of pomegranate juice
• 1/2 cup of water
• 50g sugar

Comments

[withalligators]

Real newts are toxic. The amphibians I mean...

[bajablue]

lol... I can certainly see the pudgy, pasty newtish resemblence! ;-)