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Easy Zesty Fig Jam Recipe with Lemon and Thyme Perfect for Beginners

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A simple and quick homemade fig jam bursting with bright lemon zest and fresh thyme, perfect for beginners and versatile for many uses.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 grams) fresh figs, ripe but firm, washed and quartered
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse about 2 pounds (900 grams) of fresh figs under cold water. Remove stems and cut into quarters, about 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place figs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup water, lemon zest, and thyme sprigs into a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Stir gently and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring every 5 minutes and mashing some figs, for 35-40 minutes.
  4. After about 30 minutes, stir in lemon juice and optional vanilla extract. Continue simmering until jam thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Test jam by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles when pushed with a finger, it is ready. If not, simmer a few more minutes and test again.
  6. Remove thyme sprigs before transferring jam to jars.
  7. Ladle hot jam into clean glass jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal tightly, and let cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating.

Notes

Patience is key; stir often to prevent burning. Use fresh lemon zest and thyme for best flavor. Test jam setting with cold plate test. If jam thickens too much after cooling, stir in a splash of water and warm gently before serving. For longer storage, process jars in boiling water bath for 10 minutes or freeze in small portions.

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Keywords: fig jam, homemade jam, lemon zest, thyme, easy jam recipe, beginner jam, fruit spread, zesty fig jam

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