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Ridiculously Easy Orange Fig Jam (from dried figs)

This Ridiculously Easy Orange Fig Jam is almost embarrassingly easy- combine dried figs (yes DRIED figs), sugar, orange juice and zest along with a splash of vinegar - cook, stir, puree - you're done! Then it's time to enjoy!
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Keyword Easy Fig Jam, Fig Jam from Dried Figs, Orange Fig Jam
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 48 tablespoons
Calories 51 kcal
Author Chris Scheuer

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces dried figs stems removed (see post for types of figs)
  • cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • finely grated zest from 2 medium-size oranges

Instructions

  1. Chop each fig into quarters. Wash enough jars and lids to hold 24-ounces in hot soapy water and rinse well. Set aside.
  2. Combine figs, sugar, orange juice, apple cider vinegar and lemon juice in a medium-large saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Bring to a boil then reduce to a steady. rolling simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pulse/blend the jam with an immersion (or regular) blender until large pieces are gone but jam is still has a bit of texture. (Use the pulse setting on your blender.)
  5. Cook for another 5-10 minutes until jam is thickened to desired state. (It will get a bit thicker as it cools). Add fresh orange zest and stir to combine.
  6. Transfer to jars with tight-fitting lids. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 2-3 months.
  7. If you prefer to can this jam to make it shelf stable, follow these directions.

Recipe Notes

See Café Tips above in the post for more detailed instructions and tips to ensure success.

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This recipe makes 24 ounces of jam. The number of jars will depend on the size of your jams.

Nutrition Facts
Ridiculously Easy Orange Fig Jam (from dried figs)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 51 Calories from Fat 1
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.1g0%
Saturated Fat 0.01g0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.03g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 70mg2%
Carbohydrates 13g4%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 0.3g1%
Vitamin A 21IU0%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 13mg1%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.