Description
This Easy Fig Jam recipe is sweet, tangy, and packed with natural flavors! Made with fresh figs, lemon juice, and a hint of vanilla, this jam is simple to prepare and perfect for spreading on toast, pairing with cheese, or using in desserts. No special equipment is needed, and it stores beautifully in the fridge for weeks!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh figs, cut in quarters, stems removed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Juice of one lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the quartered figs, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir to coat the figs evenly.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar is dissolved, and the figs begin to release their juices (about 5-7 minutes).
- Reduce the heat to low and add the water. Simmer the jam for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs are soft, and the juices start to thicken.
- Turn off the heat and spoon the jam into two clean pint-sized jars. Leave a little space at the top to avoid overflow.
- Close the jars tightly and allow the jam to cool to room temperature.
- Store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 months or freeze it for longer storage.
Notes
- For a smoother jam, you can mash the figs with a fork or use an immersion blender during cooking.
- The jam thickens more as it cools, so don’t overcook it.
- To freeze, transfer the cooled jam to freezer-safe containers, leaving room at the top. Freeze for up to 6 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes