Fig Bars
These fig bars are a great alternative to more highly processed snacks. The base is refined sugar free and made with whole foods like figs, walnuts and pumpkin seeds. They are topped with dark chocolate and are a great nutrient dense snack.
Equipment
- Magimix food processor *affiliate link
Ingredients
Ingredients for the base:
- 1½ cups dried figs (250g)
- 1 cup gluten free oats (80g)
- 1 cup walnuts (100g)
- ¼ cup natural almond butter (60g)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds (35g)
Ingredients for the topping:
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (or chunks) (150g) min 70% cocoa
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts (25g)
Instructions
- Cut the stalks from the figs and discard. Soak the figs in boiling water for 20 mins.
- Drain the figs well and add to a food processor with the oats, walnuts, almond butter and seeds. Process until fully combined.
- Separate into 12 pieces and press down into a mini brownie tin. Refrigerate whilst you melt the chocolate.
- Melt the chocolate in a bowl over a pan of hot water. Pour a spoonful on top of each bar. Top with a few extra walnuts. Refrigerate until set.
Notes
- Store in the fridge to keep for about 7 days.
- Freeze for up to 3 months.
- If you don’t have the tray, they can also be made in one large tray and cut into bars. Use a tray which is about 20cm (8 inch) square.
Nutrition
Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 18.2gSaturated Fat: 4.6gFiber: 5.4g
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