Fig Bars
Fig bars are a quick and easy treat that showcases the natural sweetness and soft, chewy texture of dried figs. This homemade version offers a healthy twist on classic recipes, providing a nutrient-dense treat whenever a dessert craving arises. Plus, they’re made with just 4 ingredients!
Servings 24 servings
Calories194.6 kcal
Cost $ 0.50 per serving
Equipment
- 1 Baking pan 8 x 8-inch
- 1 sheet of parchment paper
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Mission dried figs replace with any variety of dried figs or even dates.
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional (Or, replace chia seeds with hemp hearts or sesame seeds).
- 1 tablespoon ground flax meal optional (Alternatively, you can use ground chia seeds).
- ½ cup tahini Sunflower seed butter, pumpkin seed butter, or even cashew or almond butter will all work. My favorite is 'No Added Sugar' Creamy Peanut Butter though!
- 1 cup walnuts roughly chopped (Or, try pecans, almonds, macadamia nuts, cashews, peanuts, etc)
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use your favorite type of chocolate and brand, but I used dark chocolate because it is healthier but semisweet chocolate is another great option. Unless you have a very sweet tooth, I'd avoid milk chocolate because the dried figs are already quite sweet. To make them vegan, use vegan chocolate!
Instructions
- PREPARE THE DISH: Line a 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper, making sure to overlang on the sides. NOTE: Preferably, soak figs in warm water for 10 minutes, and then drain the water. It will hydrate them just enough to process in the food processor faster.
- MAKE THE FIG BARS: In a food processor, process the figs with the seeds until turning into a thick paste. You may have to stop your food processor more than once to scoop the paste down.
- Transfer the fig paste to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly across the bottom of the dish using wet hands.
- Then, spread the tahini on top using the back of a spoon or spatula. Distribute the walnuts on top! Freeze for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Remove the fig bar from the freezer, pull it out of the pan by holding the overhung parchment paper on the sides, and cut it into 24 bars.
- Transfer them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and drizzle the melted chocolate on top. It is fine if doesn’t cover the top fully!
- TO MELT THE CHOCOLATE: Melt the chocolate according to the instructions on the package, or place them into a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Freeze the healthy fig bars again, this time for just 30 minutes or until the chocolate has set. Enjoy!
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
Although optional, the chia seeds and flaxseed meal were included in the nutritional facts.
They are gluten-free, can be vegan, and are also rich in fiber. If you are on a low-carb diet (not keto), cut these bars into smaller pieces so the total number of carbs can decrease enough to become low-carb.
HOW TO STORE
Fridge: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezer: You can freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 194.6kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 5.8mg | Potassium: 305.9mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 18.2g | Vitamin A: 8.4IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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