Fig Bars I
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Fig bars, also known as fig cookies, have been popular in the United States since the early 1900s. They are often enjoyed as a sweet treat or snack.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Fig Bars I
Ingredients
Instructions
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Put the dried figs in a medium saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
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Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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Spread the cooled fig mixture over the dough.
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Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the fig layer.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish.
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Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Total Carbohydrate 29g10%
- Sugars 15g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.