Figs are high in natural sugars, minerals and soluble fibre. Figs are rich in minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron and copper and are a good source of antioxidant vitamins A and K that contribute to health and wellness. Figs have also been known to help infertility issues. Figs may help increase sperm count in men, and to create regularity in females where there may be an imbalance in hormones, or cycles are inconsistent.
Fig Powder (Ficus carica) — whole dried figs ground to a fine powder, sourced from China. The common fig (Ficus carica) is among the oldest cultivated fruit trees, with a cultivation history stretching back over 11,000 years across the Middle East and Mediterranean. The dried and ground powder captures the concentrated, rich caramel-honey sweetness of the fig in a dispersible format that integrates seamlessly into applications where whole or diced figs would be inconvenient — smoothie formulations, baked goods requiring even distribution, natural sweetener blends, and food manufacturing where a fig flavour and natural sugar content is desired without visible fruit pieces.
Fig powder has an intense, rich, caramel-honey-sweet flavour with a deep, fruity complexity — the drying and milling concentrates the fig's natural sugars (primarily fructose and glucose) and flavour compounds into a powder that is noticeably sweeter and more flavour-forward than fresh or even diced dried figs. It can function as both a natural flavouring ingredient and a partial natural sweetener substitute. No added sugar, preservatives, or additives — all natural, dried and ground fig fruit. Available in 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg bulk. This product is sold as a food only.
Product Specifications
BotanicalFicus carica
Common NameFig Powder; Dried Fig Powder; Common Fig Powder
OriginChina
Ingredient100% Dried Fig Powder (Ficus carica) — no added sugar, preservatives, or additives
AllergensNo known allergens. Trace elements may be present due to farming and manufacturing practices. The Herbal Connection makes no allergen-free claims.
NIP (per 100g)Energy approx. 1042kJ · Protein 3.3g · Fat 0.9g · Carbs 63.9g · Sugars 47.9g · Fibre 9.8g · Sodium 10mg (reference values from dried fig — confirm with current CoA)
StorageBelow 23°C in a sealed, dry, dark, airtight container — protect from moisture
Fig Powder — FAQs
Everything you need to know before you order.
Fig powder is produced by drying whole figs to a very low moisture content, then milling them to a fine powder. The whole fruit is used — skin, flesh, and seeds — producing a powder that captures the complete flavour profile of the dried fig. The milling process creates a fine, dispersible powder that behaves quite differently from diced or whole dried figs: it incorporates smoothly into liquid bases, batters, and dry blends without visible fruit pieces, and its concentrated flavour and sweetness mean a smaller quantity is needed to achieve the same flavour impact as diced figs. The natural sugars in the fruit (predominantly fructose and glucose) become highly concentrated in the powder, making it noticeably sweet.
Baking: fold into muffin, cake, and bread batters where invisible fig flavour and sweetness is desired without visible fruit pieces; use in fig-flavoured biscuits and shortbreads; blend into sticky date and fig-style pudding bases. Smoothies and beverages: stir or blend into smoothies, protein shakes, and functional beverages for natural fig flavour and sweetness without the texture challenges of whole diced figs. Natural sweetener substitute: replace a portion of refined sugar in recipes with fig powder — the natural fructose and glucose provide sweetness along with the fig's concentrated flavour. Use as a 1:1 volume substitute for icing sugar in some applications. Energy balls and bars: blend with other powders, oats, and nuts for no-bake energy balls where a smooth, homogeneous texture is preferred over the diced fig format. Porridge and breakfast: stir into porridge, overnight oats, and yoghurt. Seasonings and spice blends: incorporate into fruit-forward spice blends, tagine seasoning bases, and Middle Eastern-inspired dry rubs for meats.
Both are made from the same fruit — dried Ficus carica — but in different formats suited to different applications. Diced Dried Figs (FRFDDK1) — visible pieces with a chewy, dense texture; used where the physical presence of fig pieces is desired in the finished product (baking, granola, trail mix, salads, energy balls). The diced format provides texture contrast and visual appeal. Fig Powder (this product, FRFIGPK1) — fine, fully dispersible powder; used where invisible integration is desired (smoothies, batters, beverage powders, seasonings, natural sweetener applications). The powder format provides more even flavour distribution without texture contrast, and its higher surface area-to-volume ratio gives it a more immediate flavour release in liquid applications. Choose diced for visible fig and textural interest; choose powder for seamless integration and smooth applications.
Fig powder is highly hygroscopic — it absorbs moisture from the air readily due to its very high natural sugar content, causing clumping and caking. Proper storage is essential. Store in a sealed, airtight container below 23°C in a cool, dark, dry location. Minimise air exposure when accessing the product — take out what you need and reseal immediately. In humid environments (particularly Queensland summers), consider adding a food-safe silica gel desiccant sachet to the storage container. If the powder has clumped, it can generally be broken apart with gentle pressure — clumping alone does not indicate spoilage, but mould growth or off-odour does. Refrigeration is acceptable for long-term storage; allow the sealed container to return to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation on the cold powder.
Fig powder can function as a partial natural sweetener substitute in baking and food applications, providing sweetness from its concentrated natural fruit sugars alongside a distinctive fig flavour. It is not a like-for-like substitute for refined sugar in all contexts — it adds flavour, colour (darker than refined sugar), and moisture-binding properties that refined sugar does not, and is less sweet per gram than sucrose. It works best in applications where a fig flavour is a positive addition, such as fig-and-walnut baked goods, spiced cakes, smoothies, and energy ball formulations. As a rough guide, use approximately 1.25–1.5 times the volume of fig powder compared to the sugar being replaced, then adjust other liquids and taste as needed. For applications requiring purely neutral sweetness without the fig flavour profile, fig powder is not the appropriate substitute.
The standard sizes listed — 250g, 500g, 1kg, and 5kg — are our regular stocked wholesale pack sizes, but The Herbal Connection is a wholesale supplier and can accommodate bulk orders well beyond these standard sizes. Whether you are a food manufacturer, bakery, smoothie brand, functional food producer, or large-scale buyer with ongoing volume requirements, we can discuss pricing and supply arrangements. The related product Figs Dried (Diced) is also available for buyers requiring the whole diced format. Contact our wholesale team at sales@herbalconnection.com.au to discuss your specific requirements.
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