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Canning Fig Jam

Canning Fig Jam

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  • Author: Ruthie Miller
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6–7 half-pint jars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Canning Fig Jam is a delectable fruit preserve made by cooking fresh figs with sugar, lemon juice, and sometimes spices. This classic preserve captures the sweet, complex flavors of figs in a beautiful amber-colored jam that can be enjoyed all year long.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds fresh figs (washed, stems removed, chopped or halved)
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon optional spices (cinnamon, ginger, or cloves)
  • 1 box optional pectin

Instructions

  1. Wash figs thoroughly and remove stems. Chop or halve for desired texture.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine figs, sugar, lemon juice, water, and optional spices.
  3. Place pot over medium heat, bring mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Test by placing a spoonful on a cold plate—if it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready.
  5. While jam simmers, wash jars, lids, and bands. Sterilize jars in boiling water bath for 10 minutes, keeping jars hot until ready to fill.
  6. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean.
  7. Place lids and screw on bands finger-tight.
  8. Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust for altitude as needed).
  9. Remove jars with a lifter and cool on a towel-lined surface. Listen for popping sounds as jars seal.
  10. After 12–24 hours, check seals by pressing lid centers. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark, dry place up to 1–2 years.

Notes

For best results, choose ripe but firm figs such as Brown Turkey, Black Mission, or Kadota. Adjust sugar and spices to taste. If a jar doesn’t seal, refrigerate and consume promptly or reprocess with a new lid.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Preserves
  • Method: Canning
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Find it online: https://www.oldplainrecipes.com/canning-fig-jam/