Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade fig jam, a versatile treat that brings a burst of flavor to your breakfasts and desserts. With its rich, fruity taste and simple preparation, this fig jam is not only a perfect spread for toast but also an elegant addition to cheese platters and desserts. Crafted from fresh figs, sugar, lemon juice, and pectin, this recipe showcases the natural goodness of seasonal fruit while allowing you to control what goes into it. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a thoughtful gift, this homemade fig jam is sure to impress with its artisanal charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds figs (fresh or dried)
- 1 cup sugar (adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 package pectin (or plant-based gelling agent)
Instructions
- Prepare your figs by washing them; remove stems from fresh figs and chop dried figs into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine prepared figs, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir gently until bubbling and simmer for 10-15 minutes until soft.
- Add pectin while stirring continuously, cooking for another 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Pour the hot jam into clean glass jars using a ladle (and funnel if available), leaving half an inch at the top.
- Seal jars tightly and let cool before storing in the refrigerator or process in boiling water for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg