Artificial Flavors Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, honey, bright lemon, and warm spices — that's the entire lineup here, and it's all you need. Store-bought jams and preserves are notorious for sneaking in "natural and artificial flavors" as catch-all additives, so making your own is genuinely the cleanest way to know exactly what's in the jar. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give this spread a gentle, layered warmth that feels far more sophisticated than anything off a grocery shelf. The honey deepens the natural sweetness of the figs without masking their jammy, almost wine-like richness, while fresh lemon juice and zest keep the whole thing bright and balanced. Mash it smooth or leave it chunky — either way, you're in control of the texture as well as every single ingredient. It's gorgeous on toast, swirled into yogurt, paired with cheese, or spooned straight from the jar when no one is looking.
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16 servings
- 1 ½ lb fresh figs, stems removed, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped figs, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, salt, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the figs evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, until the figs begin to release their juices and soften, about 5 minutes.
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