How long does homemade vegan fig newtons take to cook?

This main course typically takes 30-45 minutes to prepare and cook.

Can homemade vegan fig newtons be made ahead?

Yes, you can prep components ahead. Cook fresh when ready to serve.

Can I make homemade vegan fig newtons without nuts?

Yes! You can substitute nuts with seeds, beans, or plant-based protein. Adjust quantities based on what you use.

Why is homemade vegan fig newtons so quick to make?

The simple ingredients and streamlined technique make this recipe fast without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

How long does homemade vegan fig newtons keep?

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Homemade Vegan Fig Newtons

SH By: Shannon Hickman

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Ingredients You Need for Homemade Vegan Fig Newtons

COOKIE INGREDIENTS:

2 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
2 egg replacers (such as Ener-G) including water
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
1/3 cup maple syrup (you can also sub half brown sugar and half maple syrup)
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2 Tbs non-dairy milk
2 Tbs unsweetened applesauce

FILLING INGREDIENTS:

15-20 dried and pre-soaked figs
1 Tbs maple syrup
water, as needed

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How to Prepare Homemade Vegan Fig Newtons

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Mix the dry ingredients in one bowl and set aside.
Mix the wet ingredients together in a separate bowl, then add in the dry ingredients and mix until you get a doughy consistency. Form the dough into a ball and then wrap or place into a bowl with a lid and put in the fridge for about an hour.
While waiting for the dough to set, prepare the filling. Place the figs and maple syrup into a food processor or high-speed blender and turn on. Pause to scrape the sides and add water if needed to mix things more thoroughly, until you have a smooth filling.
Once firm, roll the dough onto a floured surface as flat and rectangle-shaped as possible (but not so flat that the dough becomes crumbly). Cut the edges of the dough straight across to form a rectangle.
Spread the fig mixture onto half of the dough, and then fold the other half over (like you are sandwiching the filling between the two halves). Using a pizza cutter (or knife) cut the dough into fig newton-sized rectangles.
Place on a lined or lightly greased baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes. The cookies should be slightly browned and the cookie part will be firm. Allow to cool before serving or place in an air-tight container (once cooled) to save for later.