Easy Fig Jam from Dried Figs
A delightful and simple fig jam recipe using dried figs that combines sweetness and tanginess, perfect for spreading on toast or serving with cheese.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces dried figs (stems removed)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep Your Figs: Make sure they’re free from stems and rinse under cold water.
- Chop and Soak: Chop figs into quarters, toss into a saucepan, and soak in water for 30 minutes.
- Cook It Down: Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Sugar and Balsamic: Once the figs are mushy, add sugar and balsamic vinegar, stirring until dissolved. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Finish with Lemon Juice: Stir in lemon juice and let bubble for another 5 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat, let cool, then transfer to jars and refrigerate.
Notes
Perfect for pairing with cheese or spreading on toast. Can be refrigerated for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig jam, dried figs, easy recipes, spreads, condiments