Homemade Fig Bars
These delicious homemade fig bars are a wholesome treat that combines the natural sweetness of figs with a buttery, crumbly oat crust. Perfect for snacks or desserts, these bars are easy to make and absolutely satisfying.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 food processor optional
- 1 baking dish (9x9 inches)
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups dried figs, chopped About 8 ounces.
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some to hang over the edges for easy removal later.
- In a small saucepan, combine the chopped figs, water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until the figs are soft. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Blend the mixture if you prefer a smoother filling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
- Using a fork or your fingers, cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the egg to the mixture and stir until combined. The dough will be somewhat crumbly.
- Press about two-thirds of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- Spread the fig filling evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the fig filling to form a topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the crust or fig filling.
These fig bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerated for longer freshness.
Feel free to swap figs with other dried fruits such as dates or raisins based on your preference.