How to Make Fig Jam - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fig jam is a delicious and versatile spread that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. Whether you spread it on toast for breakfast, pair it with cheese for a simple appetizer, or use it as a filling for pastries or cakes, fig jam adds a rich and sweet flavor to any dish. Making your own homemade fig jam is surprisingly easy and allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds ripe figs, chopped
  • ⅓ cup water
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground mixed peppercorns
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • ⅔ (.25 ounce) packet agar-agar powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Bring figs, water, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and peppercorns to a boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil until figs begin to liquefy, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently to break down the figs, until jam is slightly thickened, about 15 minutes more.
  • While jam is simmering, whisk lemon juice and agar-agar together. Set aside to gel.
  • Take jam off the heat and remove the cinnamon stick. Add the lemon mixture and mix well. Let cool slightly. Pour jam into a pint jar with a hermetic seal. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating.
  • Nutrition

    47 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 3mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 108mg