Fresh Fig Bars Recipe

Name: Fresh Fig Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups figs chopped, fresh; 1 cup water; 1 cup honey; 1 x salt; 2 tablespoons lemon zest grated; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 cup walnuts chopped; 1 cup vegetable shortening; 3/4 cups brown sugar packed; 2 cups flour, all-purpose sifted; 3 cups oats, quick cooking

Servings: persons

4 cups figs chopped, fresh
1 cup water
1 cup honey
1 x salt
2 tablespoons lemon zest grated
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup walnuts chopped
1 cup vegetable shortening
3/4 cups brown sugar packed
2 cups flour, all-purpose sifted
3 cups oats, quick cooking

1
Combine figs, water, honey, 1/4 teaspoon salt and lemon peel in saucepan and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until dark and thickened, stirring occasionally.
2
Combine 2 tablespoons flour and water and stir into fig mixture.
3
Cook 5 minutes longer, stirring constantly.
4
Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and walnuts.
5
Cream shortening with brown sugar until light and fluffy.
6
Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and oatmeal and stir into creamed mixture.
7
Pat half of oatmeal mixture into bottom of a well-greased 9x13 inch pan.
8
Spread fig filling evenly over oatmeal mixture.
9
Sprinkle remaining half of oatmeal mixture on top and press with fork.
10
Bake at 350F (180C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.
11
Cut into squares while still warm.
12
Cool completely before removing from pan.

947

kcal

Calories

Fat

189

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups figs chopped, fresh, 1 cup water, 1 cup honey, 1 x salt, and more.

Yes, Fresh Fig Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Fresh Fig Bars

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