Homemade Fig Jam
A delightful homemade fig jam that elevates breakfasts and desserts with its sweet, rich flavor and simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dried figs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse and chop the dried figs into small pieces—about 1/4-inch pieces.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine your chopped figs, sugar, and water. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally.
- Add the vanilla extract once the mixture has thickened.
- Carefully pour the jam into sterilized jars and let cool before sealing.
Notes
For a twist, try adding spices like cinnamon, or even a splash of bourbon for a grown-up version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig jam, homemade jam, fruit preserves, breakfast spread