While I love classic jams like strawberry and raspberry, there is literally nothing quite like this homemade fig jam recipe (made with just 3 ingredients!). Here’s how to make it the easy way, without pectin and without any canning required.
Homemade jam made with fresh figs is one of life’s great pleasures! It’s one of the jams I have on hand pretty much at all times (as well as strawberry jam and raspberry jam).
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- Combine the Ingredients. Add the chopped fresh figs, sugar, lemon juice, and water to a large saucepan. Stir everything together until the sugar starts to dissolve and the figs get a little glossy.
- Cook and Thicken. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 35 to 45 minutes. Stir often so it doesn’t stick to the bottom. Once it’s thickened, mash the figs with a fork or blend them if you like a smoother texture.
- Jar and Store. Spoon the hot jam into clean, sterilized jars. Let it cool completely before sealing. Store in the fridge for up to three weeks.
Fig Jam Storage and Freezing Instructions
To Store: Keep fig jam in sterilized jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Stir before using.
To Freeze: Transfer cooled jam to freezer-safe containers, leaving space at the top. Freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
More Homemade Jam Recipes
- ‘Soft and Subtle’ Jams like Fig Jam: While nothing can compare to homemade fig jam, if you’re looking for something that is also soft, subtle and not tart, you should try this pear jam or this banana jam recipe.
- Berry Jams: While I generally make strawberry or raspberry jam if I am making a berry jam, I also love to make this blackberry jam, this blueberry jam (or blueberry lavender jam if I am feeling extra fancy) when these fruits are in season and at their best.
- Stone Fruit Jams: Classics like cherry jam, apricot jam, homemade peach jam and plum jam are always a good choice if you want to make a batch of refrigerator jam
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Equipment
- 2 medium 16oz jars
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green or purple figs, stemmed and halved
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Place the figs, sugar, lemon juice, and water in a large saucepan.
- Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium.
- Cook, stirring often, until the figs break down and the mixture thickens, about 35–45 minutes.
- Mash with a potato masher for a chunky jam, or blend for a smoother texture.
- While the jam is still hot, pour it into sterilized jars.
- Cover with lids and let cool completely.
- Refrigerate up to 3 weeks.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
