I am making Fig Bars today! This is a family favorite that I just can’t make often enough.
I was inspired to create a healthier version of fig newtons because my dad loved them so much. The only down side with traditional fig newtons is that they are loaded with unnecessary refined ingredients like flours and sugar. But guess what…mine don’t! The best part is that my dad loves this version so much that I have to ship my mom large bags of figs monthly so they can enjoy them for their daily lunch time snack.
Check out my youtube video below to watch just how simple it is to make these bars!
If you like Fig Newtons, then meet you healthy no-guilt option! The filling is a perfect blend of orange citrus and sweet fig, paired with a cake-like base and light crumble topping...it really doesn't get much better than this!
| Servings | Prep Time |
| 12 | 15 minutes |
| Passive Time |
| 2 hours (soak) |
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If you like Fig Newtons, then meet you healthy no-guilt option! The filling is a perfect blend of orange citrus and sweet fig, paired with a cake-like base and light crumble topping...it really doesn't get much better than this!
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Ingredients
Base & Crumble
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 cup medjool dates (pitted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch salt
Filling
- 2 cups turkish figs (soaked 2 hours)
- 1/2 cup date paste (see essential recipes)
- 4 tsp orange zest
Servings:
Instructions
Base & Crumble Layer
- Process all ingredients into food processor until well combined. Press 3/4 of the mixture into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan. Set aside remaining mixture to sprinkle in top of filling.
Filling Layer
- Process all ingredients into food processor until well combined. Spread filling evenly onto crust. Sprinkle remaining crumble to fully cover cover filling. Place in the freezer for 2 hours. Cut, serve and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
Helpful Hints:
To make serving these bars easier, cut while still frozen.
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