High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Fig & Apple Cider Vinegar Jam
Homemade jam is one of those kitchen projects that feels far more impressive than the effort it actually requires, and this fig version is genuinely stunning — deep, jammy, and layered with warm spice. Most store-bought jams and fruit spreads rely on high fructose corn syrup as a cheap sweetener and preservative, which makes the label-reading game exhausting for anyone trying to avoid it. Here, honey does all the sweetening work, bringing a floral richness that pairs beautifully with the natural sugar in ripe figs. Apple cider vinegar adds just enough brightness to keep things from tipping into cloying territory, while Ceylon cinnamon and ginger give the whole thing a gentle, aromatic warmth. The technique is straightforward — everything goes into one saucepan, and you just stir and simmer until it thickens to that perfect, spoonable consistency. A squeeze of lemon at the end lifts the flavors and makes the color pop. Spread it on toast, swirl it into yogurt, or serve it alongside a cheese board and watch it disappear.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!