Yeast Free Spiced Fig Jam
Fresh figs, warm spice, and a drizzle of honey come together in a deeply fragrant spread that feels far more special than anything you'd find on a grocery store shelf. The natural sweetness of ripe figs does most of the heavy lifting here, so the honey and lemon juice just round out the flavor rather than overpower it. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger add a gentle, aromatic heat that makes this jam taste almost festive — the kind of thing you want smeared on toast, spooned over cheese, or tucked into a gift basket. Because the recipe relies entirely on whole fruit, citrus, and pantry spices, there's no need to worry about hidden fermented ingredients or additives that can sneak into commercial preserves. The technique is straightforward: cook, mash to your preferred texture, and watch for that satisfying moment when the jam holds a clean line through the center of the pan. A little patience in the final minutes of cooking is all it takes to get a thick, glossy result that sets up beautifully once cooled.
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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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