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Healthier Fig Rolls Recipe

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These healthier fig rolls are a wholesome and delicious twist on the classic treat, combining naturally sweet dried figs with nutrient-rich oat and almond flours. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert, these fig rolls are lightly spiced with cinnamon, sweetened with pure maple syrup, and use coconut oil for a moist texture. They are baked to golden perfection and make a delightful, chewy cookie-like treat that’s simple to prepare and ideal for sharing.

Ingredients

Fig Filling

  • 175g dried figs
  • 3–6 tbsp water

Dough

  • 125g ground oats (oat flour)
  • 50g ground almonds
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
  • 50g coconut oil (or butter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the fig rolls to a golden finish.
  2. Prepare Fig Mixture: Place the dried figs and water in a large pan over medium heat. Cook for around 10 minutes, mashing the figs with a wooden spoon or potato masher as they soften to create a thick fig paste.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oat flour, ground almonds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients together to distribute the spices and salt evenly.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the maple syrup and melted coconut oil into the dry mixture and mix thoroughly until a dough forms.
  5. Chill Dough: Place the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the coconut oil to solidify, making the dough easier to handle and roll out.
  6. Roll Out Dough: Roll the chilled dough out between two sheets of parchment paper into a 20x20cm square. Then slice the dough down the middle to create two long rectangular pieces.
  7. Assemble Fig Rolls: Divide the fig paste evenly between the two dough pieces and spread it along one long side of each. Carefully roll each piece into a tight cylinder starting from the fig-lined edge.
  8. Freeze Before Slicing: Place the rolled cylinders into the freezer for 15 to 30 minutes to firm up, making them easier to slice without squishing.
  9. Slice and Bake: Cut the chilled rolls into individual cookies and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  10. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the fig rolls to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This lets them set properly and makes them easier to handle.

Notes

  • You can substitute coconut oil with butter if preferred, but coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.
  • Adjust the water quantity when cooking figs to control the paste consistency; less water for thicker paste, more for looser.
  • If oat flour isn’t available, you can grind rolled oats finely in a blender or food processor.
  • Maple syrup can be replaced with honey or agave syrup as alternative natural sweeteners.
  • Store leftover fig rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Freezing the assembled rolls before slicing ensures clean, neat cookie shapes and helps maintain the filling inside.

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