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Close-up view of a slice of homemade Fig Newton bar, featuring a rich fig filling and soft crust.
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Homemade Fig Newton Bars

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Enjoy homemade Fig Newton bars with a luscious fig filling and tender crust, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 8 ounces dried Turkish or Calimyrna figs (stemmed and quartered)
  • 2 cups apple juice
  • Pinch salt
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Crust

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Simmer figs, apple juice, and salt until soft and syrupy, then cool and puree with lemon juice to make filling.
  • Mix flours, baking powder, and salt; beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and vanilla.
  • Combine dry ingredients with butter mixture; reserve 3/4 cup for topping and press remaining into a pan.
  • Bake crust until golden, then cool slightly. Roll reserved dough for top crust, freeze until needed.
  • Spread fig filling over crust, top with frozen dough, and bake until golden. Cool, cut into squares, and serve.

Notes

Ensure the fig mixture is thick enough before spreading to prevent sogginess.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fig