Fresh Fig Jam with Lemon - Easy Homemade Recipe (Print Version)
Learn how to make fresh fig jam with lemon in this easy homemade recipe. Perfect for toast, desserts, and more!
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Jars
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 lbs fresh figs
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 large lemon (juice + zest)
# Instructions:
01 -
Rinse figs, remove stems, and roughly chop to prepare them for cooking.
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In a saucepan, combine chopped figs and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally until it dissolves.
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Lower the heat, add lemon juice and zest, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jam thickens.
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Transfer warm jam into sterilized jars, cool completely, and store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate after opening.
# Notes:
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Use ripe, seasonal figs for the best flavor.
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Sterilize jars to prevent contamination.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Saucepan
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wooden spoon
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mason jars
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zester
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 40
Total Fat: 0
Total Carbohydrate: 10
Protein: 0