Honey-Fig Bourbon Dump Cake

MAKES 1 (9 × 13-INCH) CAKE

Are you a fan of figs? Suddenly they are a culinary trend, and it is fun to capture their great flavor in all kinds of dishes. From appetizers to desserts, you just might discover that figs are the secret ingredient that gives a recipe a fantastic flavor. Taste this dessert and we bet you will fall in love with the flavor of figs.

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 × 13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Sprinkle the chopped figs evenly in the prepared pan. Spoon the fig preserves over the figs and stir to blend and distribute evenly in the pan. Pour the boiling water evenly over the figs. Let stand for 5 minutes.

Sprinkle the cake mix evenly over the figs. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the cake mix. Pour the bourbon evenly over all. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over all. Distribute the butter slivers evenly over the top.

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until the cake is set and golden brown.