10 dried figs, minced 1/4 boiling water 1 egg 2 cups flour 1/2 cup butter 1 cup white sugar 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp salt Pre-heat oven to 180 C (350 F). Add the boiling water to the figs in a bowl and let rehydrate/soften for about 5-10 min. In…