Scripture Cake

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb raisins (approximately 1 1/2 cups)
• 1/2 lb dried fig, trimmed and quartered (approximately 1 1/3 cups)
• 1/2 lb unsalted butter, softened (1 cup)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon mixed spice
• 2 ounces sliced almonds (approximately 1/3 cup)
• milk, as needed