Fig Newtons

Fig Newtons

By CozyDelicious

Are you looking for a sweet treat that's both nostalgic and satisfying? Look no further than this homemade Fig Newtons recipe. A beloved classic, these soft, cakey cookies filled with sweet fig filling are perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee. Let's dive into creating these delightful Fig Newtons that will bring a touch of comfort to your home.

Fig Newtons
  • Prep 30 min
  • Cook 20 min
  • Total 50 min
  • Yield 12 bars
  • Cuisine American
  • Category Dessert
Vegetarian Fig Newtons cookies figs homemade snack dessert

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Cook dried figs and water in a saucepan until softened.

  3. Blend figs, honey, and vanilla extract in a food processor to make a paste.

  4. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

  5. Cream butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl.

  6. Add egg to the butter mixture.

  7. Gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients to form a dough.

  8. Roll out dough into rectangles.

  9. Spread fig paste on one rectangle.

  10. Place second rectangle on top and press edges to seal.

  11. Cut into bars.

  12. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

  13. Cool on wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 bar
Calories
180 kcal
Total Fat
6 g
Saturated Fat
4 g
Cholesterol
30 mg
Sodium
70 mg
Total Carbohydrate
30 g
Dietary Fiber
2 g
Sugars
16 g
Protein
2 g

Make a batch of these Fig Newtons to fill your home with the comforting aroma of freshly baked cookies and treat yourself to a taste of homemade goodness.