Figgin’ Awesome Energy Bars

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Apr 28

Soft, chewy, and naturally sweet, these Figgin’ Awesome Energy Bars are packed with wholesome ingredients to power your rides and active days.

With a slightly rich fig filling kissed with fresh orange zest and a hearty oat crust, they strike the perfect balance between energy-boosting carbs and satisfying flavor.

Each bar delivers ~33g of carbohydrates, a cyclist's best friend when it comes to fueling long rides or topping up energy between sessions.

Figs are naturally rich in glucose, a quick-absorbing sugar ideal for mid-ride energy, while oats and whole wheat flour offer longer-lasting complex carbs for steady endurance.

Simple to make, easy to carry, and made to fuel hard-earned miles— these Figgin’ Awesome Energy Bars will want to make you shout “FIG YAH!” every bite.

Makes 16 bars
15 minutes prep, 20-25 minutes to bake

Bake ‘N Ride Challenge Recipe of The Month

This is the featured recipe for May’s Bake ‘N Ride Challenge. Make the recipe. Go out on a ride. Snap a photo of your Figgin’ Awesome Energy Bar and enter to win some sweeeeeeet prizes. Go here to join the challenge.

Ingredients

Fig Filling

2 cups dried Mission figs, soaked in hot water

⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce

1 tsp orange zest

2 Tbsp fresh-squeezed orange juice

½ tsp ground cinnamon

Pinch of sea salt

Crust

1⅔ cups rolled oats

1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour* (see Baker’s Tip)

1 tsp baking powder

¾ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

½ tsp fine sea salt

¼ -⅓ cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter* (see Baker’s Tip)

¼ cup brown rice syrup or honey

½ cup coconut sugar

1 large egg, at room temperature

Nutrition Facts
1 Bar: 205 calories, 33g carbs, 6g fat, 5g protein

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Directions

To make the Fig Filling: Add the dried figs (stems removed) to a mixing bowl and cover with hot (not boiling) water. Soak for 15-20 minutes, then drain.

Add figs to a food processor and blend, then add the applesauce, orange zest, orange juice, ground cinnamon, and sea salt. Puree until no more chunks remain.

To make the Crust: Add the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.

In a separate bowl or large liquid measuring cup, whisk the melted coconut oil or butter, brown rice syrup or honey, coconut sugar, and egg together until smooth.

Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir to combine thoroughly. You will have about 2½ cups of the Crust mixture.

To assemble the bars: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper. Take a little over 1½ cups of the Crust mixture and press it evenly into the pan. Spread Fig Filling in an even layer over the top. Spoon the remaining Crust mixture evenly on top and gently press it down into the filling to ensure it’s tight and compact on top.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top has lightly browned. Remove from the oven and place the pan on a wire rack. Cool bars completely in the pan.

Lift the bars out of the pan and cut into 16 squares. Cover and store the bars at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for 4-5 days. Freeze for longer storage.

Baker’s Tip*

You can use either 1 cup of whole wheat flour or 1 cup of all-purpose flour in this recipe. If you choose to use whole wheat flour, use ⅓ cup of coconut oil or butter. If you opt for all-purpose flour, use ¼ cup of coconut oil or butter, adding more if needed to bring the mixture together.

How and When to Eat Them

Pre-ride snack: Enjoy a bar 60-90 minutes before a ride to top off glycogen stores.
Mid-ride fuel: Pack a bar or two for rides longer than 90 minutes to keep your energy steady.
Post-ride recovery: Pair a bar with a protein-rich smoothie or yogurt after a session for a quick carb replenishment.
Everyday snack: They’re also great on busy days when you need a quick, energizing snack!

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