California Fig Figgy Pudding

Ingredients

• 2 cups California Dried Figs, stems removed and chopped
• 1 cup brandy
• 1 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped unsweetened dates
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup half and half
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of fine sea salt
• Whipped cream
• mint leaves