Honey Fig Jam
A delightful and easy recipe for Honey Fig Jam made without pectin, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Figs (2 cups)
- Honey (1/2 cup)
- Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
- Ground Cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon, optional)
- Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)
Instructions
- Prep your figs: Wash gently, remove stems, and slice into quarters.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine figs, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- Cook down the mixture: Bring to a gentle simmer and stir occasionally for 20-25 minutes.
- Mash for desired consistency: Use a fork or potato masher to achieve your preferred texture.
- Taste and adjust seasonings: Add more honey or lemon if needed.
- Cool and store: Transfer to a glass jar and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with herbs or spices for a unique twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig jam, honey jam, homemade jam, no pectin, fruit preserve