Fig Honey Jam with Walnuts

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Fig Honey Jam with Walnuts.

1. Step 1

   To create a delightful fig jam, start by gathering a large pot and adding in your figs, honey, water, butter, lemon juice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, ground cloves, a pinch of salt, and freshly grated ginger.

2. Step 2

   Stir everything together and place the pot over medium heat, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.

3. Step 3

   Once it’s bubbling away, lower the heat and let it simmer for about an hour and fifteen minutes.

4. Step 4

   This slow cooking will transform the figs into a soft, tender delight.

5. Step 5

   After the simmering, grab your immersion blender and blend the mixture until it reaches your preferred jam consistency—smooth or chunky, it’s entirely up to you! Next, fold in the chopped walnuts for a delightful crunch and let it cook for another 15 minutes.

6. Step 6

   This extra time allows all those wonderful flavors to meld beautifully.

7. Step 7

   Once you’re satisfied with the jam, take the pot off the heat and carefully pour the warm jam into a clean container.

8. Step 8

   Let it cool down before storing it in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to a month.

9. Step 9

   Enjoy spreading this sweet, spiced fig jam on your favorite toast or using it in your favorite recipes!.