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February 15, 2013 By Nicole Harris 20 Comments

Fig & Walnut Energy Bites

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If you are fig obsessed, like me, this snack is definitely for you!  I wait all year to binge on fresh, plump and juicy figs.  Until then I satisfy my cravings with dried figs.  I decided I wanted to try making my own fruit and nut energy bites so the obvious ingredient choice was dried figs.

I’m happy to report that these Fig & Walnut Energy Bites turned out Awesome on the first try (that almost never happens)!

ball shaped energy bites that are dark brown with pieces of walnuts in them, on white plate
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Energy Balls with Figs and Walnuts

These unassuming little bites at packed with nutritious ingredients, simple to make, a great snack on the go . . . And, they taste similar to the filling inside a Fig Newton!  Yeah, you read that right.  Fig Newton filling without the dry, flavorless cookie exterior.

If you remember from my Brown Rice Pudding post, I am not a morning person.  So, not only are these a great snack they are the perfect breakfast for me.

Ingredients Needed For Walnut Fig Energy Bites:

  • 1/2 Cup Steel Cut Oats
  • 1/2 Cup Dried Pitted Medjool Dates, 10 Dates
  • 1 Cup Dried Mission Figs, 20 Figs
  • 1 & 1/2 Tb Raw Honey
  • 1 Tb Coconut Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Walnuts

How To Make Walnut Energy Bites

  1. In a food processor, blend the oats into a powder.
  2. Add the dates (always double check that the pits have all been removed from the dates).
  3. Blend until the dates are a thick paste.
  4. Remove stems from the dried figs and blend into the mixture.
  5. Now add the honey and coconut oil.
  6. Pulse until all ingredients are combined into an extremely thick paste.
  7. Place mixture into the refrigerator to cool and set.
  8. Process the walnuts to your desired size.
  9. Remove the fig mixture from the refrigerator and begin rolling into bite sized balls.
  10. Roll each ball into the chopped walnuts and place into a sealed container.

ball shaped energy bites that are dark brown with pieces of walnuts in them, on white plate

 
ball shaped energy bites that are dark brown with pieces of walnuts in them, on white plate

Fig & Walnut Energy Bites

Yield: 16
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

These Fig and Walnut Energy Bites are a great grab and go snack or breakfast. Like mini granola bars that the kids will love!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Steel Cut Oats
  • 1/2 Cup Dried Pitted Medjool Dates, 10 Dates
  • 1 Cup Dried Mission Figs, 20 Figs
  • 1 & 1/2 Tb Raw Honey
  • 1 Tb Coconut Oil
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Walnuts

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, blend the oats into a powder.
  2. Add the dates (always double check that the pits have all been removed from the dates).
  3. Blend until the dates are a thick paste.
  4. Remove stems from the dried figs and blend into the mixture.
  5. Now add the honey and coconut oil.
  6. Pulse until all ingredients are combined into an extremely thick paste.
  7. Place mixture into the refrigerator to cool and set.
  8. Process the walnuts to your desired size.
  9. Remove the fig mixture from the refrigerator and begin rolling into bite sized balls.
  10. Roll each ball into the chopped walnuts and place into a sealed container.

Notes

I also stuffed walnuts into the middle of each energy bite. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. This recipe makes approximately 16 Fig & Walnut Energy Bites (depending on size).

Nutrition Information
Yield 16 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 142Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1mgCarbohydrates 28gFiber 4gSugar 21gProtein 2g

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© Nicole Harris
Cuisine: American / Category: Snacks

Take a bite! So tasty.  Now I got figs on the brain, I can’t wait for summertime!

hand holding energy ball with bite taken out

 

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  1. Aimee @ ShugarySweets says

    May 3, 2013 at

    I love figs. What a great workout snack!!!

    Reply
    • admin says

      May 5, 2013 at

      Me too, I’m so excited that it is almost fig season! Thanks for stopping by 🙂

      Reply
  2. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    May 6, 2013 at

    I was so excited when I read that you said these taste like a Fig Newton…I love those. I can’t wait to try these. Now to go buy some figs…

    Reply
    • Nicole says

      May 6, 2013 at

      I hope you enjoy! Thanks for the visit 🙂

      Reply
  3. tanya says

    May 6, 2013 at

    Your site looks beautiful! Can’t wait to see more!

    Reply
    • Nicole says

      May 6, 2013 at

      Thanks Tanya, I still have a ton of work to do on the site… one step at a time 🙂

      Reply
  4. [email protected] says

    May 6, 2013 at

    Love energy bites! They are perfect for snacks and on the go breakfasts! Can’t wait to try these!

    Reply
    • Nicole says

      May 6, 2013 at

      Yes, these are terrific for a quick snack. Thanks for the visit!

      Reply
  5. Mona Elissa says

    June 1, 2013 at

    I love the combination of figs and walnuts. I can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      June 2, 2013 at

      Me too … I kind of fig obsessed! I hope you enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  6. Audra @ Renewed Projects says

    June 5, 2013 at

    These look so delicious! And healthy, too!

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    • Nicole Harris says

      June 5, 2013 at

      Hi Audra, these are super delicious and full of nutrition! Love them. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  7. mel mccarthy says

    June 6, 2013 at

    These fig bites look marvelous, Nicole. I haven’t had a fig in ages (but I simply lived on them as a kid). Time to revisit them for sure. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Nicole Harris says

      June 7, 2013 at

      Hi Mel, Thanks so much. I am Crazy for Figs! Hope you enjoy 🙂

      Reply
  8. ladymyers says

    September 9, 2013 at

    Could you tell me how to dry or roast figs to freeze them ? Thanks

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    • Nicole Harris says

      September 11, 2013 at

      Hi! I have never dried figs or frozen them. But I did find an instructional how to for you: How To Dry Figs

      Reply
  9. ladymyers says

    September 12, 2013 at

    Thank You very much.

    Deborah

    Reply
  10. Tere says

    August 23, 2016 at

    Do you think these Fig Bites would freeze well? I have a food saver and I was thinking about trying it and was wondering if you had.

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    • Nicole Harris says

      August 25, 2016 at

      I have not frozen these before (I don’t usually have any leftover!). I imagine they would freeze okay though.

      Reply
  11. Doris says

    October 14, 2016 at

    I am getting 15-20 fresh Chicago Hardy figs/day and have made all the jam I want for myself and friends. I love these energy bite ideas, but I have frozen them. That brings out much of the juice so I doubt the frozen ones would work in this. I am wondering about fresh ones?

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