Homemade Fig Bars Recipe

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Spray 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.

Step 3

In small bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and the vanilla with electric mixer until well blended.

Step 4

On low speed, beat in 1 cup flour until soft dough forms.

Step 5

Press dough in bottom of pan and bake 10 to 15 minutes or until center is set.

Step 6

Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, cook filling ingredients over medium-high heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until figs are tender and most of liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Spread over crust.

Step 8

In small bowl, mix 1/4 cup flour, the brown sugar and 3 tablespoons butter, using pastry blender or fork, until crumbly.

Step 9

Stir in oats and walnuts. Sprinkle over filling.

Step 10

Bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until edges are bubbly and topping is light golden brown.

Step 11

Cool completely, about 1 hour.

Step 12

For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.