Paleo Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, warm spice, and a drizzle of honey come together in a deeply fragrant spread that feels almost luxurious — yet it's made entirely from whole, unprocessed ingredients. Most store-bought jams are loaded with refined sugar and additives that make them a hard pass for anyone eating ancestrally, but this one sweetens naturally with honey and lets the fruit do the heavy lifting. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle, layered warmth that pairs beautifully with everything from almond butter to roasted meats. The technique is straightforward: cook, mash to your preferred texture, and watch it thicken into a glossy, spoonable jam right before your eyes. You can keep it chunky for a rustic spread or mash it smooth for something more refined — either way, it's stunning. A little lemon juice and zest brighten the whole thing and keep the sweetness from going flat. Once you have a jar of this in the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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