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Fig Oat Bars

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These Fig Oat Bars marry chewy dried figs with a buttery oat crust for a wholesome and indulgent snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 and 1/2 cups chopped dried figs, stems removed
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted or melted butter
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 and 2/3 cups old-fashioned whole rolled oats or quick oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, letting it hang over the edges for easy removal.
  2. Cook chopped dried figs, 1/2 cup water, and 2 tablespoons orange juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes until soft and reduced.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, then puree the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or food processor. Add water if it seems too thick.
  4. Whisk melted coconut oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, and egg in a large mixing bowl until smooth and glossy.
  5. Add oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined into a uniform oat dough.
  6. Press 1 and 1/2 cups of the oat mixture into the bottom of the lined pan to form a crust, compacting it evenly.
  7. Spread the fig filling evenly over the crust, leaving a small border for the top oat layer.
  8. Top with the remaining oat mixture, pressing gently to seal without compressing the filling out.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until lightly browned, rotating halfway through if necessary.
  10. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, pliable dried figs. Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

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Keywords: fig, oat, bars, snack, dessert, vegetarian

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