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Step 5: Optional Flavor Boost
If you like, stir in a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract just before turning off the heat. This adds a warm, aromatic touch to your fig jam.
Step 6: Jar and Store
Carefully ladle the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving a little space at the top. Seal the jars while the jam is still warm. Let the jars cool completely at room temperature, then store them in the fridge. Your fig jam will keep for several weeks refrigerated.
Tips for Perfect Fig Jam:
- Use ripe, fresh figs for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Stir frequently during cooking to prevent the jam from burning or sticking.
- Sterilize jars by boiling them in water for 10 minutes before filling.
- You can add a bit of chopped nuts like walnuts for texture if you like.
Enjoy Your Homemade Fig Jam!
Now that you’ve made your own fig jam, try it on warm toast, dolloped over yogurt, or alongside a cheese platter. It’s a simple, delicious treat that’s so rewarding to make yourself!
If you want, I can also help you with variations or other jam recipes. Would you like that?
