Homemade Fig Jam Recipe
This homemade fig jam recipe combines fresh figs with natural sweeteners and a hint of vanilla to create a rich, flavorful spread perfect for toast, biscuits, or crackers. With a simple stovetop cooking method, it captures the essence of ripe figs in a versatile preserve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 to 1 ½ cups of fig jam 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Figs
- 1 lb. fresh figs
Jam Base
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- ¼ cup coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the figs: Wash the fresh figs thoroughly and trim off the stems to prepare them for pureeing.
- Puree the figs: Place the figs in a large Nutribullet cup or food processor with the water. Pulse a few times until the figs are mostly smooth but still have some chunks for texture.
- Combine ingredients and boil: Transfer the pureed figs to a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat. Add honey, coconut sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a boil, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- Simmer to reduce: Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the figs reduce by half and the jam thickens.
- Add vanilla: In the last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking, stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the jam.
- Cool and store: Remove the skillet from heat and let the fig jam cool before transferring it into sterilized 4-ounce or 8-ounce mason jars for storage.
- Serve and enjoy: Spread the fig jam on toast, biscuits, or gluten-free crackers paired with goat cheese for a delicious snack or breakfast treat.
Notes
- Use fresh figs for the best flavor and texture; dried figs can be rehydrated if fresh are unavailable but will alter the consistency.
- Adjust sweetness by substituting maple syrup or regular sugar based on preference.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- For a smoother jam, steam the figs before pureeing or blend longer.
- Adding a pinch of salt helps to balance the sweetness and enhance the overall flavor.
Keywords: fig jam, homemade jam, fig preserves, gluten free spread, natural sweeteners
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