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Homemade Fig and Honey Jam

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A simple and delicious small batch fig and honey jam recipe that balances the natural tartness of figs with the floral sweetness of honey. Perfect for spreading on toast or pairing with cheeses.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh figs, washed and quartered
  • 1/2 cup honey (preferably raw and unfiltered)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for thicker jam)

Instructions

  1. Wash and quarter about 1 pound of fresh figs; no need to peel.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine figs, honey, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon if using. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low and cook uncovered, stirring every few minutes to break down figs slightly, until thickened but still chunky, about 25-30 minutes. Add water if too thick.
  5. Remove cinnamon stick if used. Stir in vanilla extract and adjust sweetness with more honey if desired.
  6. If thicker jam is preferred, stir in chia seeds and cook for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool for 10-15 minutes. Transfer to clean glass jars and refrigerate. Keeps about 2 weeks.

Notes

Use ripe but firm figs for best texture. Stir gently to keep some fig chunks. Simmer gently to avoid burning. Adding chia seeds thickens jam faster. Refrigerate and consume within two weeks or freeze for longer storage. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

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