Description
These Homemade Fig Bars are soft, chewy, and packed with sweet fig filling. They’re a healthier alternative to store-bought versions, made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a snack or dessert, these bars will blow your mind with their delicious taste!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup dried figs, roughly chopped, stems removed
- 1 tbsp honey
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). - Prepare the Figs:
Place the dried figs in a small bowl, cover them with hot water, and soak for 10 minutes. Drain the figs and reserve 1 tablespoon of the soaking liquid. - Make the Fig Filling:
Place the soaked figs, honey, and reserved soaking liquid in a food processor. Puree until smooth and spreadable. Set aside. - Make the Dough:
In a mixer or using a hand mixer, cream together the softened butter and sugar for about 2 minutes until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well incorporated. - Form the Dough:
Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms. - Roll the Dough:
Roll the dough out between two pieces of parchment paper to form a 12×5 inch rectangle. - Fill and Fold:
Spread the fig mixture evenly along the center of the dough rectangle, leaving a 1/4 to 1/2-inch border along the edges. Fold the dough over the filling, pressing the edges together gently to seal. - Slice and Bake:
Cut the dough into 10 equal pieces and transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. - Cool and Serve:
Allow the fig bars to cool before serving.
Notes
- These fig bars are a great snack or dessert, and they store well in an airtight container for a few days.
- You can add nuts to the filling for extra crunch if desired.
- If you don’t have a food processor, you can finely chop the figs and mix by hand for a chunkier texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (1/10 of the recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg