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Fig Newton Breakfast Bars

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6-ingredient breakfast bars with hearty oats, plant-based protein and fresh figs! Gluten-free, oil-free, and naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

Ever since I moved into my townhome as a renter, things have been, well, falling apart.

The first offender was the dishwasher, that, to be honest, never really cleaned dishes very well from the beginning.

Then there was the great dryer debacle of 2020 where, for the span of three months, I hung all of my clothing to dry on a flimsy hang dry rack.

Crunchy towels and jeans are not fun, friends.

The doorbell stopped working after about a month so I’ve grown accustomed to listen intently for persistent knocks.

I’ve also cohabited with a mouse, a swarm of ants, and a lot of web-making spiders.

I joked to my parents on the phone a few weeks back that the only thing that hasn’t gone wrong yet was the AC.

I spoke too soon.

This past Saturday morning I woke up to a stuffy hot home with temperatures on a steady upward incline.

My Nest thermostat didn’t respond to all of my prodding and pushing on the dial so I diagnosed the AC– *gasp*– BROKEN.

Luckily, we’ve had several days in the low 80’s and mid-70’s here in Virginia, making it possible for me to have the windows down and the ceiling fans on.

So the past few days I’ve been limiting my oven use to stay cool.

Luckily, I made Fig Newton Breakfast Bars when the AC was still kicking.

These 6-ingredient breakfast bars are dense, chewy, and naturally sweet with fresh figs and dried fruit!

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars prep photo

Let’s reminisce about the past to take my mind off of my air condition-less house, OK?

Did you ever eat Fig Newtons growing up?

Mmm,  I sure did.

I stacked them up on a paper napkin after school and ate them one at a time, reluctantly watching the tower shorten.

The totality of my experience with figs waxed and waned with those greedy bites.

Until I finally had fresh figs as an adult and decided to make fig newton-themed recipes with REAL figgin’ figs.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars prep photo

The inspiration for these Fig Newton Breakfast Bars comes from my PB&J Baked Breakfast Bars!

If you haven’t made them yet, now’s your chance to give them a little bake time, too.

But first, let’s get figgy.

You’ll see a lot of the same ingredients pop up, like hearty oats, gooey dates, and pure maple syrup.

I swapped out protein powder in the original for almond flour, which still boasts quite a bit of nutty protein.

Substitute figs for the strawberries to create a jammy fig newton situation in bar form.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars process shot

You’re going to love this Fig Newton Breakfast Bar variation for fall!

They’re nutty and perfectly sweet with a golden exterior and moist and chewy interior.

Did I mention they’re also oil-free, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free?

I mean, it really is hard to beat oats and fresh figs.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars process shot

Here’s what you need:

  • Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
  • raw unsalted almonds
  • almond flour
  • fresh figs
  • Medjool dates
  • pure maple syrup

That’s it!

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars process shot

Hopefully you have everything you need in the kitchen!

I used my favorite Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats as the hearty base to this recipe.

You also need to use fresh figs figs as opposed to dried figs in the recipe.

For the almonds, make sure you have unsalted nut!

If you can’t find or don’t have almond flour, try subbing oat flour for a similar result.

For extra protein, try subbing protein powder for the almond flour for an extra boost.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

This recipe start with a high speed blender or food processor.

Add in the oats, almonds, and almond flour and process until you have a fine dust.

Next, add in the maple syrup, fresh figs, and dates.

If your dates are dried out, try soaking them in warm water until they’re soft.

The trick to the best textured bars is to blend half of the oats and then stir in the second half.

I like to throw in some chunks of figs at the end, too, to create more of jammy fig texture.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

Spread the mixture into a parchment lined square baking dish and top with sliced figs for aesthetics.

The bars will bake in just 20-25 minutes.

You’ll know that they’re done when the top is golden brown and the edges start to pull away from the parchment paper.

Yes, the kitchen will smell like fig newtons while the bars are baking!

Remove the pan from the oven and allow them to cool before slicing into small squares.

Enjoy!

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

These bars are absolutely perfect for meal prep!

I like to make a big pan to enjoy over the duration of the week.

They make an amazing nutritious save-the-day breakfast or snack for those weeks you had zero time to grocery shop or prepare any food for the week.

I have a stash in my freezer right now for that very reason that I look at fondly when I’m stumble upon it looking for the frozen fruit.

If there are any remaining, they can easily be frozen and reheated at a later date.

They freeze well and don’t dry out easily so you can keep them on hand for several months.

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

If you start your day off with these Fig Newton Breakfast Bars, let me know! I’d love to hear what you think of them.

Be sure to leave me a comment, rating, and review so I can use your feedback to create more yums.

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Want more grab and go breakfasts? You’ll love my Blueberry Maple Baked Breakfast Bars and PB&J Baked Breakfast Bars!

XO Lauren

Fig Newton Breakfast Bars by Flora & Vino

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Fig Newton Breakfast Bars


  • Author: Flora & Vino
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 12-16 bars
  • Diet: Vegan
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6-ingredient breakfast bars with hearty oats, plant-based protein and fresh figs! Gluten-free, oil-free, and naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats, divided
  • 1 cup raw unsalted almonds
  • ½ cup super-fine almond flour
  • 1 heaping cup of fresh figs, trimmed and halved
  • ½ cup Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven 350°F and line an 8X8 (or similar size) square baking dish with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine half the oats, almonds, and almond flour and pulse until well combined.
  3. Add the dates and process for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add the fresh figs and remaining oats and blend until sticky and well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add another date or two, a handful of fresh figs, or 1 TBSP maple syrup to get the mixture to stick. It should be thick but not dry and crumbly.
  5. When you’ve reached your desired consistency, press mixture into the parchment covered 8×8 square pan and top with optional diced strawberries and a sprinkle of oats.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown around the edges and firm to the touch.
  7. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
  8. Store in the fridge for 5-7 days and freeze for long term storage.
  • Category: Breakfast, Meal Prep
  • Method: Oven-Bake
  • Cuisine: Vegan, Oil-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined-Sugar-Free

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Photography by Hot Pan Kitchen 

Filed Under: All Food Recipes, Breakfast, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Healthy Snacking, Meal Prep, Oil-Free, Sweets & Treats

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  1. Yeidie

    September 2, 2020 at 10:04 pm

    Can you sub for dried figs? And maybe less dates?

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    • Flora & Vino

      September 3, 2020 at 9:23 pm

      Hi Yeidie,

      You need to use fresh figs for this recipe to achieve the right consistency!

      XOXO Lauren

      Reply

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