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Description
Learn how to make simple and delicious homemade fig jam with this easy recipe. Perfect for spreading on toast, cheese boards, or gifting.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Combine figs, sugar, lemon juice, and water in a large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until figs have broken down and the mixture has thickened, about 45-60 minutes.
- Mash figs with a potato masher or fork for a smoother consistency, if desired.
- Stir in lemon zest, if using.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe rims clean and screw on lids.
- Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, or until set.
Notes
- Use ripe figs for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar to your taste.
- For a thicker jam, simmer longer.
- This jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks if not canning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg