3 Ingredient Fig Jam
A quick and simple recipe for luscious fig jam made with just three ingredients: fresh figs, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh Figs
- Sugar
- Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Prep the figs by rinsing them under cool water, drying, removing the stems, and cutting into quarters.
- Combine ingredients in a medium-sized pot: cut figs, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally to bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Smash the mixture after about 15-20 minutes until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Check for thickness by placing a spoonful on a plate; it should hold its shape.
- Cool and store the jam in a clean jar, sealing it once it’s warm.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different sugars or add herbs and spices for unique twists on the classic fig jam.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: fig jam, homemade jam, fruit spread, easy jam recipe