My Favorite Spiced Fig Jam Recipe

This time of year, when August borders autumn, is the perfect season to whip up a batch of spiced fig jam to enjoy throughout the “‘ber” months. If you’re craving a spread for your toast that tastes like a spiced and gently sweet chai latte, look no further than this recipe. I love serving it on a slice of my toasted sourdough buttermilk bread or with scones and clotted cream—either way you will want to make a pot of tea to enjoy this treat with. 

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Supplies and ingredients you will need for this recipe:

• Heavy-bottomed saucepan
• Rubber spatula 
• Small jars-I love these little jam jars
• Digital Scale 
• Ripe figs
• Organic cane Sugar
• Filtered Water
• Cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice

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Ingredients

• 1 Pound of ripe figs
• 5.3 oz organic unrefined sugar
• ½ cup filtered water
• 1 TBSP spices to taste

Instructions

• Please read below for notes and frequently asked questions!
• Add figs, water, and sugar to a heavy bottomed sauce pan and bring to a boil
• Add spices and allow the figs to simmer on low until broken down and gelatinous. This took about 30 minutes for me but it depends on how ripe and large your figs are
• When the mixture it at your preferred jam consistency, remove from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes
• Transfer into jars and allow it to set at room temperature
• Store jars in the fridge for up to 3 months

Canning fig jam

To water bath can spiced fig jam, all you need to do is add the still hot jam to sterilized jars. Process as usual and allow the jars to cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours. Check the seals and store at room temperature. 

Does it matter what kinds of figs I use for spiced fig jam?

It does not matter what kinds of figs you use. Use whatever is ripe and available near you for best results. I picked mine from a local tree when they were starting to get really ripe and the jam turned out amazing. 

How do I know when figs are ripe?

Each variety is a little bit different, but most figs get really soft when they’re ripe and pop off the tree easily. Some dark figs also turn this gorgeous deep purple color, but green figs get darker and softer. It’s helpful to find out what kind of figs you have so you know how to pick them for the best spiced fig jam results. 

When are figs in season?

Figs ripen from July-September where I live (north east Georgia). You can research fig season in your zone for a more accurate range

Where can I find figs?

I don’t have a fig tree of my own, so I pick them from trees around my area. You can ask your neighbors if they mind you picking or find a neglected tree where the ripe fruit is clearly going to waste. I also like to use an app called iNaturalist to find local produce to forage.