Artificial Food Coloring Free Fig & Apple Cider Vinegar Jam
Store-bought jams are notorious for sneaking in artificial dyes to boost that jewel-toned color, but this fig jam gets its deep, gorgeous hue entirely from the fruit itself. Fresh or dried figs simmer down with honey, apple cider vinegar, and warm spices until the mixture transforms into something thick, glossy, and deeply fragrant. The apple cider vinegar adds a gentle brightness that balances the natural sweetness of the figs without any synthetic shortcuts. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger layer in a subtle warmth that makes this taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. You control the texture — leave it a little rustic and chunky or mash it smooth depending on your mood. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or pair it with a cheese board and watch it disappear fast. Once it cools in the jar, it thickens beautifully and keeps things simple, clean, and completely free of anything artificial.
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8 servings
- 1 lb fresh figs, stems removed and roughly chopped (or dried figs, halved and soaked in warm water for 20 minutes, then drained)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the figs, honey, apple cider vinegar, water, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the figs evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon or spatula, for 20–25 minutes, until the figs have completely broken down and the mixture is thick enough that a line drawn through it with the spoon holds for 2–3 seconds before filling back in.
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