Oat And Fig Squares Recipe

Indulge in these decadent Oat and Fig Squares, a guilt-free treat packed with antioxidants and fiber! Sweetened with honey and made with wholesome ingredients like whole-wheat pastry flour and rolled oats, these squares are a delicious and satisfying way to curb sugar cravings. Adapted from a recipe featured in *Delicious Living* magazine, these bars are healthier than your average cookie or energy bar, offering a delightful blend of chewy oats and sweet, juicy figs. Prepare for a taste sensation that's both nutritious and incredibly tasty!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 126.7 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
Oat And Fig Squares 45

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oat And Fig Squares

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Oat And Fig Squares? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Oat And Fig Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 1 cup of fresh or dried figs in a small saucepan, cover with 1/2 cup of water, and bring to a boil.
  3. Remove from heat and let figs soften for 5-7 minutes. Do not drain.
  4. Lightly coat an 8x8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup canola oil (or melted butter), 1/4 cup honey, and 1/4 cup milk.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour, 1 cup rolled oats, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  7. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well until just combined.
  8. Remove softened figs from the water and place them in a blender or food processor along with 3 tablespoons of the fig-soaking liquid.
  9. Puree until smooth.
  10. Pour a little more than half of the oat mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly across the bottom.
  11. Spread the fig puree evenly over the oat layer.
  12. Add the remaining oat mixture on top of the fig layer, allowing some of the figs to show through.
  13. Pat lightly to flatten the top.
  14. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  15. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting.
  16. Once cool, cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

1g

Carbs

7g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Healthy Desserts Lunch Snacks Fruit Easy Finger Food Kid Friendly Picnic Cookies And Brownies Bar Cookies Grains Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Brown Bag Egg Free Healthy 2 Free Of Something Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains To Go Number Of Servings Presentation