Description
These Healthier Fig Rolls are a delicious and wholesome snack made with dried figs, whole wheat flour, and natural sweeteners, offering a nutritious alternative to traditional fig bars. Perfect as a mid-day treat or a lunchbox addition, they combine wholesome ingredients and warm spices to create a naturally sweet and satisfying baked good.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling and Dough
- 1 cup dried figs, chopped
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup almond or peanut butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature by the time your fig rolls are ready to bake.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chopped dried figs, rolled oats, whole wheat flour, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, almond or peanut butter, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly incorporated to form a dough.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a knife or a rectangular cutter to cut the dough into evenly sized rectangles.
- Fill and Seal: Place a spoonful of the fig filling in the center of each rectangle. Fold the dough over the filling and carefully seal the edges by pressing them together to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the fig rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the rolls are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the fig rolls to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Cooling helps the rolls firm up and improves the texture.
Notes
- You can substitute almond or peanut butter with any nut or seed butter of your choice to cater to dietary preferences.
- Adding chopped nuts is optional but adds a pleasant crunch and additional nutrients.
- Store fig rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Ensure to chop the dried figs finely to help the filling distribute evenly.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
