The best recipes for Christmas cookies with figs. Have a healthy Christmas!

Are you on a diet? Do you want to live healthy but still don’t want to give up sweets?

Then fig treats are the best choice!

Fig treats are a delightful and nutritious option for those looking to satisfy their sweet cravings while maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

These delectable cookies are made with the finest quality figs, which are a great source of fiber and natural sweetness.

The chewy texture and rich flavor of figs make these treats a delightful alternative to traditional sugary snacks.

Indulge in the natural goodness of fig treats and enjoy a guilt-free dessert that’s both delicious and healthy

Fig Cookies

You can serve fig cookies at Christmas time and throughout the year, with coffee or tea.

Try this simple recipe. You will see that the whole family will love it.

Ingredients

• approx. 8-10 figs depending on size
• 1/2 cup of oatmeal
• 1/4 cup of ground almonds
• 1 cup of white yogurt
• 1 egg
• a pinch of cinnamon

Method

• Select the inner soft part from the figs that you will work with next.
• Mix it with the other ingredients in a bowl to form a dough.
• Take a reasonable amount of pieces from it and shape them into patties, or cut out simple shapes using a cookie cutter.
• Put the prepared pieces on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
• Bake at 350°F in a preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes.
• Watch the cookies. Once they start to turn golden, pull them out.
• Your Fig Christmas Cookies are ready!

Quick no-bake Fig Balls

Everyone will appreciate this candy, but especially those who accept a raw diet. Prepare a healthy dessert without baking and especially without sugar!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups of dried figs
• 1/4 cup of walnuts
• 2 tablespoons of rum
• a pinch of cinnamon
• coconut or ground nuts for coating

Method

• Inspect the figs and cut off the hard parts, i.e. the stems.
• Mix them together with the nuts in a blender and add the rum and cinnamon.
• Shape the mixture into balls and wrap them in coconut or nuts.
• Your raw fig balls are ready.

Fig Paste Recipe

Fig paste is a great alternative to jams or various creams that you can add to sweets.

For example, you can use the paste to make healthy Linzer Cookies or as a filling for cupcakes.

Ingredients

• 1 package of dried figs
• 1 spoon of honey

Method

• Cut the stems off the figs.
• Blend the figs really thoroughly in the blender. The longer you blend, the finer the paste will be.
• Finally, to soften the consistency and taste, mix in honey.
• Use the paste to glue or fill the selected type of candy.
• The paste can also be made from fresh figs, but it will be a bit thinner, and you will need more figs for it.

Dried Figs Candy

Another variant of goodies is sweets made from dried figs. The recipe is not complicated, and you can have them ready in a few minutes!

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole, shelled hazelnuts
• 1 cup whole almonds
• ⅔ cup flour
• 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 and ¼ teaspoons finely grated orange peel (make sure the orange doesn’t have any sprinkles on it)
• 2 teaspoons fennel seeds (lightly crushed)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon of ground cloves
• 1 1/2 cup of dried figs
• ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup honey

Method

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.
• Coarsely chop the hazelnuts and almonds and set aside.
• Grease the pan with butter and sprinkle it with flour. Also, set aside.
• Mix the flour, cocoa powder, orange peel, fennel seeds, cinnamon, and cloves in a large bowl until well combined.
• Add the nuts and figs to the mixture. Mix again.
• Combine sugar and honey in a small saucepan and place over low heat. Increase the heat to medium and cook, without stirring, for about 6 minutes.
• After this time, quickly pour the nut mixture into the pot and stir quickly. You will get a very thick mixture.
• Transfer the mixture from the pot to the pan and place it in the oven. Bake for about 35 minutes.
• After baking, remove the mixture and let it cool for at least 1 hour. Then, remove it from the pan and cut it into horizontal sticks with a thickness of 2 cm.
• You should get about 36 fig sticks using this recipe.

Confectionery made from fresh figs – Newtons

Newton cookies are a delightful treat that combines the wholesome goodness of figs with a satisfying cookie crunch.

These scrumptious cookies are made with soft, chewy figs and deliciously crumbly cookie dough to create a perfectly balanced flavor and texture. Newton cookies are a delightful and satisfying indulgence, whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as an on-the-go snack.

With their natural sweetness and hearty ingredients, these cookies are a great choice for anyone looking for a healthier option without sacrificing taste. Enjoy the timeless appeal of Newton cookies and treat yourself to a delicious and satisfying snack.

Ingredients

Dough:

• ¾ cup plain flour
• ¾ cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• ¾ teaspoon of baking powder
• ¾ teaspoon of salt
• 10 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• 3 spoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon finely grated orange peel

Filling:

• 1 cup fresh figs
• ¾ cup orange juice
• 6 spoons of honey
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg
• flour for sprinkling

Method

Dough:

• Mix both types of flour, cardamom, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
• In another bowl, using an electric mixer (medium power), beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
• Add the egg yolks to the butter mixture and beat for about 2 minutes.
• Add honey, vanilla, and orange zest. Continue beating for about 1 minute.
• Reduce mixer speed to a minimum and gradually add dry ingredients. Mix well.
• Divide the dough into thirds. Wrap each piece tightly in food foil and then flatten the dough to about half its height.
• Let it cool for at least 3 hours.

Filling:

• In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring the fresh figs, orange juice, honey, and salt to a boil. Stir occasionally. Cook until the figs are completely soft and the liquid has boiled off 25-30 minutes.
• Using a potato masher or a large spoon, crush the figs into small pieces and continue to cook, stirring frequently. Cook for 5-7 minutes until a very thick paste-like mixture forms.
• Transfer the resulting paste from the pan to a plate and spread it in an even layer. Let cool for about 1 hour.
• Mix the cooled mixture with an egg and a spoonful of water. Pour everything into a pastry bag with a decorative hole.
• Unwrap the first dough and roll it out or, using your hands, form an even square about 0.1 inches thick.
• Divide the square into equal-sized rectangles and place a spoonful of the filling in the center. Fold the dough so that the filling is enclosed on all sides.
• Put the squares with the filling on the prepared baking sheet lined with baking paper and let rest for 10 minutes.
• Then, put the fig cookies in the oven, preheated to 350°F, and bake for 14-16 minutes.
• After baking, let the squares cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to another surface to cool completely.
• Newtons, filled with figs, taste best if they are prepared no more than 1 day before eating them.

Fig cookies are fun, refreshing, and sweet with no added sugar!

If you want to have a healthy snack at Christmas, figs are just right for you.