easy fig jam

If you can cut up some dried figs and add sugar, balsamic vinegar, water and lemon juice then bring it all to a boil, you can make this delicious balsamic fig jam! That's all there is to it! And check out the post (above) for a zillion ways to use it!

Easy Balsamic Fig Jam

figs (stems removed)

sugar

balsamic vinegar

water

lemon juice

Chop each fig into 4-6 pieces. Wash enough jars (to hold 24-ounces of jam) in hot soapy water and rinse well. Set aside.

Combine figs, sugar, water, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice in a medium-large saucepan over medium heat.

Bring to a boil then reduce to a steady, rolling simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pulse/blend the jam with an immersion (or regular) blender until large pieces are gone but the jam still has a bit of texture. (Use the pulse setting if using a regular blender.)

Cook for another 5-10 minutes until the jam is thickened to the desired state. (It will get a bit thicker as it cools).

Taste the jam. If you would like it a bit tangier, add an extra tablespoon or two of balsamic vinegar.

Transfer to jars with tight-fitting lids. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 2-3 months.

If you end up cooking the jam too long and it&#x27;s too thick, it&#x27;s super easy to remedy. Just add water, a few tablespoons at a time, stirring well after each addition, until it&#x27;s the desired consistency.

This simple homemade fig preserves recipe contains only five ingredients. But the flavor is undeniably delicious. Whip up a batch today!

Homemade Fig Preserves

figs

lemon zest (optional)

nutmeg (optional)

In a large pot, combine the figs and sugar. Let them sit for about 2 hours.

Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.

Heat the pot over medium high heat until it comes to a boil.

Cook down until the figs become very soft and the syrup begins to thicken, about 10-20 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat. Add the lemon zest and nutmeg, if desired.

Preserves will continue to thicken for 24-48 hours.

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