Description
This easy Homemade Fig Jam is a delicious way to use fresh figs, perfect for spreading on toast, pairing with cheese, or adding to desserts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh figs, stems removed and chopped (Choose ripe and soft figs.)
- 3/4 cup sugar (Use up to 1 cup if figs are not sweet.)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (Freshly squeezed is preferable.)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (Optional but adds nice flavor.)
- 1 pinch salt (Enhances sweetness.)
- 2 to 4 tablespoons water (Only if needed to prevent sticking.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium pot, add chopped figs, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Turn the heat to medium and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir often to prevent sticking.
Cooking
- Once it starts bubbling, lower the heat to medium-low. Let it cook for about 30 to 45 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
- If the mixture looks dry, splash in a tablespoon or two of water.
- When the fruit is soft, use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash it to your desired texture.
- For a smoother consistency, blend briefly with an immersion blender, but be cautious as it will be hot.
Final Steps
- To test for the right consistency, use the cold plate test: Spoon a little hot jam onto a cold plate, wait 30 seconds, then drag your finger through it. If it wrinkles and does not run back together quickly, it is ready.
- If it still looks too runny, cook for an additional 5 minutes and test again.
Notes
This is a refrigerator jam, not for canning. Store in clean jars in the fridge for about 2 to 3 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12
- Carbohydrates: 13
