Fig Bars
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Fig Bars
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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!
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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!
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Notes
- Although optional, the chia seeds and flaxseed meal were included in the nutritional facts.
- Although optional, the chia seeds and flaxseed meal were included in the nutritional facts.
- Although optional, the chia seeds and flaxseed meal were included in the nutritional facts.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- HOW TO STORE
- HOW TO STORE
- HOW TO STORE
- Fridge: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Fridge: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Fridge: Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- 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.
- Freezer: You can freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
- Freezer: You can freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
- Freezer: You can freeze them in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
194.6kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
30.7g
(10%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
8.7g
(13%)
Saturated Fat
2.3g
(12%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3.8g
Monounsaturated Fat
1.5g
Trans Fat
0.001g
Sodium
5.8mg
(0%)
Potassium
305.9mg
(9%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
18.2g
(36%)
Vitamin A
8.4IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.7mg
(1%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Iron
1.5mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1946 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 194.6kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 30.7g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8.7g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Trans Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Sodium | 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 305.9mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 18.2g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 8.4IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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