Fig Jam
Fig Jam is a luscious, sweet spread that captures the essence of ripe figs, enhancing everything from breakfast toast to elegant cheese platters. This simple homemade recipe combines fresh figs with sugar and lemon juice, resulting in a velvety texture and rich flavor that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for any occasion, Fig Jam is the gourmet touch your meals have been missing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Spread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh figs (about 8–10 figs)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse figs under cool water, pat dry, remove stems, and chop into quarters.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped figs, sugar, and lemon juice; stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes until thickened; add cinnamon halfway through if using.
- Test jam's consistency by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it holds its shape, it's ready.
- Let cool slightly before transferring to sterilized jars; seal tightly and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 56
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your fig jam by incorporating other fruits like apples or spices such as nutmeg for added depth. Store in sterilized jars in the refrigerator for up to three weeks or freeze for longer preservation.