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    Home » Recipes » Condiments, jams and preserves

    Fig Jam

    Published: Mar 1, 2021 · Modified: Feb 7, 2023 by Libby Hakim · 10 Comments

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    Figs are just the loveliest fruit, and this Fig Jam Recipe means you can enjoy the flavour of figs long after their short season ends.

    From the end of summer, grab fresh figs while you can because it really is only a matter of weeks before their season comes to an end.

    fig jam on bench with two fresh figs

    Get fancy with Fig Jam 

    You can enjoy Fig Jam, like other jams, with toast, scones or croissants.

    However, it really is best enjoyed with something more savoury.

    Salty crackers and a variety of cheeses pair well with Fig Jam. Try brie, aged cheddar, blue or a goat cheese. 

    fig jam in bowl with crackers and fresh figs in display

    Making Fig Jam 

    So one of the great things about this recipe is its simplicity.

    There are just three ingredients plus water required to make the most delicious Fig Jam.

    Those three ingredients are:

    • figs
    • white vinegar
    • caster sugar.

    First, you wash the figs and remove any stems.

    Next, roughly chops the figs and set aide.

    Now, combine the vinegar and sugar with water in a saucepan. Bring to the boil and boil away for 10 minutes. 

    Next, add the figs and boil again for about an hour and a half. You’ll know your jam is ready once it becomes a more golden colour and thickens.

    This recipe makes about 3 or 4 small-medium jars, and the jam should last a few months in the fridge.

    Love making jams?

    Check out the strawberry, peach, lemon, rosella, mandarin and tomato jam recipes, too!

    fig jam

    Fig Jam

    Libby Hakim
    An easy step-by-step guide to making homemade Fig Jam.
    4.75 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
    Course Condiment
    Cuisine Australian
    Servings 4 small-med jars
    Calories 1210 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.25 kg figs, washed, stems removed and roughly chopped
    • 1 kg caster sugar
    • 1 cup vinegar
    • 1 ¾ cup water

    Instructions
     

    • Combine sugar, vinegar and water in a saucepan and dissolve sugar over low heat. Bring to the boil and boil for 10 minutes.
    • Add chopped figs to the saucepan and stir to combine.
    • Continue to boil for approximately one and a half hours, stirring from time to time. The jam is ready when it turns a golden colour and the mixture is thick enough that you can catch a glimpse of the bottom of the saucepan as you stir.
    • If the jam is too chunky for your liking once cooked, mash with a potato masher to achieve the desired consistency.
    • Pour jam into sterilised jars and seal with the lid.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 1210kcalCarbohydrates: 310gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 12mgPotassium: 731mgFiber: 9gSugar: 300gVitamin A: 444IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?If you love it, let me know!

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    1. Corriana Smiles

      January 24, 2024 at 1:50 pm

      Hi Libby,
      Thank you for the recipe, I made it today and very happy with results. First time I have made jam with vinegar. It is an easy way to add the sugar.
      Corriana

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      • Libby Hakim

        January 24, 2024 at 8:43 pm

        Wonderful! Enjoy your jam, Corriana 🙂

        Reply
    2. Lauren

      May 02, 2023 at 8:03 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe, simple and delicious!

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      • Libby Hakim

        May 02, 2023 at 8:50 pm

        Woohoo :)) Thanks for the rating and review, Lauren. Enjoy your Fig Jam.

        Reply
    3. Lacy

      April 19, 2023 at 12:22 am

      Is this a shelf stable recipe? I am allergic to lemons so often use vinegar in its place but just curious. And do you water bath it to seal?

      Reply
      • Libby Hakim

        April 19, 2023 at 6:45 pm

        Hi Lacy. I avoid making comments on these things as there are so many variables involved and I am not an expert in canning. As mentioned in the recipe, "This recipe makes about 3 or 4 small-medium jars, and the jam should last a few months in the fridge." I'm sorry I can't help more but there are plenty of resources out there on these topics.

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    4. Suzanne Mitchell

      February 26, 2023 at 4:00 pm

      Made this today, very easy and got the thumbs up from hubby. Thanks for the recipe.

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      • Libby Hakim

        February 26, 2023 at 4:18 pm

        Yay, thanks for the feedback Suzanne! Enjoy the jam 🙂

        Reply
    5. Suzanne

      February 19, 2023 at 9:13 pm

      Delicious easy jam.
      Keen to know what the vinegar is for?

      Reply
      • Libby Hakim

        February 19, 2023 at 10:28 pm

        Thanks, Suzanne! The vinegar apparently offsets the sweetness of the sugar and also helps the jam to set. Happy cooking!

        Reply
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