Mushroom Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, warm spice, and a drizzle of honey come together in a jam that tastes like something you'd find at a fancy farmers market — except you made it yourself. The Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle, aromatic heat that plays beautifully against the natural sweetness of ripe figs and the bright lift of fresh lemon juice and zest. There's nothing hidden or complicated in this recipe — just whole, straightforward ingredients that you can see and trust from start to finish. You control the texture too, mashing the figs to a silky smooth spread or leaving it a little chunky depending on your mood. The slow simmer on medium-low is where the magic happens, coaxing the fruit down into a thick, glossy jam that clings perfectly to toast, cheese boards, or a warm biscuit. Keeping a close eye during those final minutes prevents scorching and ensures every jar comes out rich and deeply flavored. Once cooled and sealed, it stores beautifully in the fridge and makes a genuinely impressive homemade gift.
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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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