These orange fig bars happened because I’ve become quite enamored with figs. My travels in the last couple of years have taken me to several places where fig trees grow, and I’ve been on a fresh fig fiesta ever since. (Try my recipe for manchego grilled cheese paninis with fig and prosciutto.)
But here’s the thing… these fig bars are so deliciously addictive that I couldn’t stop eating them after I baked them. So I decided I’d better cut them into smaller bite-sized pieces. Good idea, but it still didn’t stop me from eating them. So eventually, I popped them all in the freezer to slow myself down. I’m such a nuisance for myself.
Now, if the only fig experience you have up until now involves the classic fig cookie, you’re in luck. These orange fig bars actually taste just like them (but with a burst of orange flavor). Phenomenal, y’all!
Orange Fig Bars
When you mix up the batter for the bars, it’s going to be very thick, so don’t worry! Just spread it carefully in the baking dish.
I added a glaze and sprinkled on some walnuts after they baked, but you could certainly mix the walnuts into the batter pre-baking if you like. I just have this aversion to biting into desserts and encountering a mystery crunch. I need to see the nuts, and be prepared for them. Therefore, I typically go nut-free in the center.
Anyhow, the bars are soft and chewy, and dare I say it… slap yo’ mama good.
- 1 box orange cake mix
- 10 oz fig preserves
- ½ cup canola oil
- 1 egg
- Optional: chopped walnuts to sprinkle on top
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 8x11-inch pan.
- Combine all wet ingredients. Slowly add cake mix into wet ingredients until thoroughly combined. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Drizzle with icing and sprinkle on walnuts if desired.
Enjoy! They’re ridiculously scrumptious!
The combination looks yummy! I want to try making these. Thanks for sharing.
Fig bars! I’ve only ever had store bought fig bars. I bet homemade is even better!
I haven’t had figs in ages…unless fig newtons count? These look delicious!!
Oh these orange fig bars look so good. It would go well with my afternoon tea! I can’t wait to try out this recipe!
Now these looks interesting. I love how this is made with orange cake mix.
These orange fig bars look so delicious and easy to make. I will have to get the ingredients I need to make some as a treat for Easter.
These look absolutely delicious! I would love to try one since. Have never baked with real fig before!
We love fig newtons around this house. I have no doubt these would go over super well!
I love chewy bars like this. I make my own homemade oatmeal ones for the kids which they have for breakfast a lot.
haha I don’t know if I would slap my mamma for one but I sure can agree they look delicious! Never tried an orange bar before.
I don’t know that I’ve had figs, except in Fig Newtons, and I don’t think those count. 😉 I’d try these. 🙂
These look and sound delicious. I haven’t had a good fig bar in so long! I havent ever had orange I don’t think! Yum
This sounds and looks delicious!! I love the flavor combo! Will definitely try this soon!!
If those bars taste half as good as they look they will be amazing. I love that you could mix about 5 ingredients in 5 minutes and make something so good.
These look so good! I love fig bars.
What an unique recipe! I do like this idea and am eager to try it out.
These have me drooling. I have a thing for orange flavored goodies! I think my daughters might actually try these as well which is a huge win in my book!
This is so different from what I normally make. I think everyone will love them. I always want to keep snacks around that are good
Yum! I have not had a fig bar in a while. This would be something for me to make with my kids, I think they would love it!
Question regarding figs – can I eat the … “peel”? Or is there no peel at all on it. Clearly I have only eaten fig bars as a kid, and totally want to make these, but have NEVER bought figs at the store. I don’t know why I’m so scared lol!
There’s a skin, and it’s pretty easy to peel it off. The easiest way is to twist off the stem and then peel it back from the top. Some people do eat it, but I don’t. You could also just cut into one and bite the insides. 😉
I was shocked when my daughter told me she likes dates. Now that I know she’s open to new foods, I want to capitalize on the chance to continue to broaden her diet. Figs would be a great addition!
Thanks for this great recipe! I love figs, but I hardly ever making anything with them. This would a great snack for my busy mornings. I will have to whip up a batch.
I am totally saving this recipe to try later. I love figs. Looks so great
These look delicious. I’m on the hunt for some figs myself. Hopefully, I find some soon
Yummy! These are so delicious and what a great combination for a snack.
Okay, I am crying laughing about the slap yo mama and hoping my kids never get hold of that saying! I’ve become a big fan of figs lately, too, and these look amazing!
These orange fig bars would be perfect for our family. The kids devour the store bought ones, maybe I need to try this out!
Fig bars are so good, but orange fig bars sound even better. I love the idea of making them myself. I will have to give this a try!
These look really delicious. I may need to make them.
Oh my these look so good. They would be the perfect pairing to afternoon tea or with my evening coffee.
I have been seeing so many yummy fig recipes lately. I wish we still had our fig tree in our yard.
These look absolutely delicious, and yes, addictive! I think putting them in the freezer was a good idea!
Oh these sound very tasty. And looks super delicious too! Thanks for sharing.
Ohhhh what a great combo! I love orange anything. Sounds delish!
I’m a huge fan of figs too! In fact we have dried figs and fig jam in our fridge right now 🙂 I bet it pairs deliciously with orange!
Wow those must be delicious! I never thought to pair orange and fig together!
I can’t remember the last time I had figs – I probably shouldn’t admit that! These sound delicious and may have me adding them to my shopping list!
I love that you used a pre-made cake mix. That really simplifies this. It looks fancy enough to serve to company.
I can’t believe it is so easy to make these. I’d love to make a huge batch of these orange fig bars and keep most of them in an airtight container. Its nice to be able to have them on hand for when I have unexpected guests.
These fig bars look so yummy! I can’t wait to try this recipe, it will make a great afternoon snack.
Boy, do these orange bars look good. Thank you for the recipes. I will try this during the week.
Oh wow these sound incredible. I’m a huge fan of all things fig so I would need to freeze mine too! Yum.
I can’t believe how simple these are to make! I remember, growing up, Fig Newtons were one of my favorite snacks. This sounds even tastier!
I will be trying this recipe. It sounds so good. My Mom used to make Strawberry Fig preserves which we so stinking good! It’s almost the only way I would eat figs but I will be trying this. Pinning. I love how simple the recipe is.
OMG Maybe I should not have read that before breakfast. I don’t think my cereal will taste as good now. These look amazing. I love both figs and orange! A must try. Thanks.
This is a simple and easy to follow recipe for a delicious treat. I love that there are only few ingredients needed. Saving the recipe and making these soon.
Orange and fig sounds like a wonderful combination. I’ve never tried it before, but I can’t say no to how awesome that looks!
Oh my goodness, those look so good! I love fig, and I cannot wait to make these! Om nom nom.
These bars sound so good. I love having tasty treats like this around the house.