Caffeine Free Fig & Apple Cider Vinegar Jam
Sweet, jammy, and warmly spiced, this fig spread is the kind of thing you'll want to put on absolutely everything — toast, cheese boards, roasted meats, or a simple bowl of yogurt. Fresh figs break down beautifully with honey and a splash of apple cider vinegar, creating a deep, complex flavor that balances sweet and tangy without any added refined sugar. The Ceylon cinnamon and ginger bring a gentle heat that makes the whole jar smell incredible while it simmers. For anyone keeping caffeine out of their diet, this recipe is a natural fit — every single ingredient is completely free of it, no label-reading required. The apple cider vinegar does double duty here, adding brightness and helping the jam set to that perfect thick, spoonable consistency. You can leave it a little rustic and chunky or mash it smooth depending on your mood. Once it cools in the jar, it thickens up even further, so don't be tempted to cook it down too aggressively before pulling it off the heat.
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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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