Oatmeal Fig Crumble Bars (Perfect for Fig Season!)
If you’ve ever grabbed a Fig Newton and thought, this could be even better, then you’re in the right place. These homemade Oatmeal Fig Bars are soft, chewy, perfectly spiced, and made with real fresh figs, so they taste way more vibrant than anything wrapped in plastic.
And since it’s officially fig season, there’s no better time to try them! Fresh figs are at their sweetest and juiciest right now, which makes these bars the ultimate seasonal bake.
They’re the kind of snack that works just about anywhere: tucked in a lunchbox, enjoyed with coffee or tea, or dressed up with a scoop of ice cream for dessert. Plus, this recipe makes a full pan, so it’s perfect for sharing or meal prepping snacks for the week.
Why You’ll Love These Oatmeal Fig Bars
- Fresh fig filling – Sweet, jammy, and infused with vanilla.
- Seasonal goodness – The perfect way to celebrate fig season.
- Cozy oat crumble crust – A mix of oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar that doubles as both base and topping.
- Portable & versatile – Works as a snack, dessert, or breakfast-on-the-go.
- Easy & big-batch – One pan makes plenty to enjoy or share.
Tips & Variations
- Nutty boost: Add chopped walnuts or almonds to the oat topping.
- Citrus twist: Stir in a little orange or lemon zest with the filling for brightness.
- Dairy-free option: Swap butter for coconut oil for a subtle coconut flavor.
- Serve warm: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top for a fall-inspired dessert.
- Make it seasonal: These bars are at their best when you bake them during peak fig season, grab them fresh at your farmers market. Although, you can always use this high quality fig jam, if you are short on time.
My Favorite Tools & Ingredients
These are my go-to tools and ingredients when I make oatmeal fig bars:
- Baking Pan – I love this 9×13 glass baking dish for easy, even baking.
- Mixing Bowls – A set of stainless mixing bowls makes prep so much easier.
- Oats – These organic rolled oats are glyphosate free!
- Vanilla Extract – A game-changer for flavor; I use this one in baking.
These Oatmeal Fig Bars are the kind of cozy bake that make the whole kitchen smell amazing. Whether you pack them up as a snack, share them with friends, or savor them as a late-night treat, they’re the perfect way to celebrate fig season while it lasts.
Gina
Fig Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
Filling
- ~1 lb fresh figs stem removed, quartered (~2 cups)
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Crust & Topping
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat
- 1 2/3 cups oats rolled or quick
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ –½ cup melted butter or substitute oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13 pan.
- In a skillet or saucepan, combine figs, maple syrup, vanilla; cook over medium heat until figs break down and juices reduce (about 8–10 min). For chunkier texture, leave some pieces; for smoother, mash lightly or partially blend.
- Mix together crust/topping: flour, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, sugar, melted butter.
- Press about 2/3 of the oat mixture into the pan as bottom crust. Spread fig filling over. Crumble remaining oat mixture on top.
- Bake 25–30 min until top is golden, filling bubbly. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
