No-Bake Fig Newton Bars

Remove the stems and place figs in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak 15–20 minutes until soft, then drain, reserving a few tablespoons of the soak water.

Blend softened figs with 2–3 tbsp soak water, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until thick and jammy. Add a little more water if it’s too thick to spread.

In a bowl, mix together oat flour, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until it forms a soft dough. If too dry add a touch more maple to get it to form into a ball.

Roll the dough between two sheets of parchment into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick. Spread the fig filling evenly down the center third, then fold each side over to cover the filling. Press gently to seal.

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into 12 bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 1 week or freeze for longer.