BHA & BHT Free Fig & Apple Cider Vinegar Jam
Homemade jam is one of those small kitchen projects that pays off in a big way, and this fig version is genuinely special — rich, jammy, and layered with warm spice from Ceylon cinnamon and ginger. The combination of sweet figs, honey, and a splash of apple cider vinegar creates a beautifully balanced spread that hits both fruity and tangy notes in every bite. Store-bought jams and preserves are a common source of synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT, which sneak in under vague labeling and can be hard to avoid without scrutinizing every jar. Making this at home means you control every single ingredient, and this recipe keeps things refreshingly clean — just whole fruit, honey, spice, and a little acid to brighten it all up. The apple cider vinegar does double duty here, adding a gentle tartness while also helping the jam set and preserve naturally. Fresh or dried figs both work, so you can make this any time of year without compromising on flavor. Once it cools in the jar, it thickens into a luscious, spreadable consistency that's perfect on toast, stirred into yogurt, or paired with cheese on a board. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to keep on rotation.
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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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