Description
Homemade fig jam is surprisingly simple. Sweet and slightly tart, its perfect on toast or with cheese.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 15-20 small fresh figs, stems removed and chopped
- 1/4 cups (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cups (85 g) honey
Instructions
Prepare the Figs
- Wash the figs thoroughly, remove the stems, and chop the figs into small pieces.
Combine Ingredients
- Place the chopped figs, granulated sugar, and honey in a medium-sized saucepan.
Cook the Mixture
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Monitor the liquid levels; add a little water if it seems too dry, or increase the heat if it’s too soupy. Stir continuously to prevent sticking and burning.
Thicken the Jam
- Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency, with some fig chunks remaining for texture. This should take about 20-30 minutes.
Cool and Store
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the jam cool to room temperature. Transfer the cooled jam to a jar. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of honey varieties.
- If figs are very ripe, reduce sugar by 1-2 tablespoons.
- Sterilize jars before filling to ensure longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0g