'2 sticks (8 tablespoons) of unsalted butter, softened'
'4 cups all-purpose flour'
'1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder'
'1 teaspoon salt'
'1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon'
'1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg'
'3 ripe figs, stems removed and chopped into small pieces'
'1 1/2 cups chopped hazelnuts'
'2 sticks (8 tablespoons) of unsalted butter, softened'
'4 cups all-purpose flour'
'1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder'
'1 teaspoon salt'
'1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon'
'1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg'
'3 ripe figs, stems removed and chopped into small pieces'
'1 1/2 cups chopped hazelnuts'
Bias the butter until creamy
Add the flour in portions and mix until just combined
Beat in the eggs one at a time
Whisk together the baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of sugar
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing well
Fold in the chopped figs and hazelnuts
Pour into a greased and floured mold and bake in a moderate oven for 45-50 minutes.