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Fig Oat Bars

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Warm, chewy Fig Oat Bars balance the caramel sweetness of dried figs with nutty oats and spices, perfect for breakfast or a 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
  • 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
  • 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) and line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the chopped dried figs, 1/2 cup water, and 2 tablespoons orange juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes until softened.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Purée the mixture until smooth.
  4. Whisk the melted coconut oil, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and large egg until combined.
  5. Add the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.
  6. Press 1 and 1/2 cups of the oat mixture into the lined pan to form a crust.
  7. Spread the fig purée evenly over the crust.
  8. Crumble or press the remaining oat mixture over the fig filling.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned. Let cool completely before cutting.

Notes

For easier spreading, pulse the fig filling until smooth but not overly thin. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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