Simmer the figs, apple juice and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the figs are very soft and the juice is syrupy, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the mixture cool ...

Soft, chewy, and sweet, Fig Newtons -- as most of us still call them despite being rebranded to "Newtons" more than a decade ago -- have been the quintessential packaged snack food for over a century.

If you're searching for a sweet treat to slip into a lunchbox, try these homemade fig bars. They are inspired by beloved Fig Newtons, yet this recipe is even simpler than other copycat versions out ...