Wheat Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, warm spice, and a drizzle of honey come together in a jam that tastes like it came from a specialty shop — but it's made entirely in your own kitchen with ingredients you can actually pronounce. The Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle, layered warmth that sets this spread apart from anything you'd find in a standard grocery aisle. Every ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden grain-based thickeners or additives. The lemon juice and zest brighten the whole thing beautifully, keeping the sweetness from feeling heavy. You control the texture — mash it smooth for an elegant toast topper or leave it chunky for a more rustic, fruit-forward spread. It's equally at home on a cheese board, stirred into yogurt, or spooned over oatmeal, making it one of those small-batch staples worth keeping in the fridge at all times.
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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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