Fig Jam
Fig jam is a delightful homemade spread that captures the essence of summer in every jar. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe figs with sugar and fresh lemon juice to create a luscious, versatile jam perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as an elegant accompaniment to cheese boards. With its sweet and slightly tangy flavor, this fig jam elevates any dish while evoking cherished memories of family gatherings. Experience the joy of crafting your own fig jam and savor life’s sweeter moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings (approximately one jar) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh figs, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Rinse figs under cool water; remove stems and chop coarsely.
- In a saucepan, combine chopped figs, sugar, lemon juice, and water.
- Cook over medium heat until boiling; stir occasionally for 15-20 minutes until figs soften.
- Mash the mixture to your desired consistency.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Pour hot fig jam into sterilized jars and let cool before sealing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg