This homemade Fig Orange Jam Recipe is a delicious combination of sweet, juicy figs and bright, fresh orange flavor! Made with fresh orange juice and plenty of zest, it's bursting with citrus goodness in every spoonful.
Spread it on warm toast or biscuits, spoon it over cream cheese, or add it to your next charcuterie board. Trust me, you're going to want an extra jar of this one!
What Makes This Fig Orange Jam So Good?
The combination of pure cane sugar and brown sugar gives this jam a rich, caramel-like sweetness that complements the figs beautifully. It cooks down into a thick, luscious spread with little bits of tender fruit throughout.
And with just a handful of simple ingredients, it's a wonderful way to make the most of fresh fig season!
Fig Citrus Jam Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 ½ cups fresh figs chopped*
- 1 ½ cups orange juice
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 3 oranges
- 3 ½ cups pure cane sugar divided
- 1 box low sugar pectin
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons orange zest divided
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Wash the figs, remove the stems, and chop them into small pieces. Measure 4 ½ cups of chopped figs and set aside.
- Finely zest the oranges, avoiding the bitter white pith. Measure 3 tablespoons of zest and reserve 1 tablespoon to add toward the end of cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup of granulated sugar with the pectin, set aside
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the chopped figs, orange and lemon juice and 2 tablespoons orange zest. Stir in the powdered pectin sugar mixture until thoroughly combined.
- Place the pan over high heat, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil that cannot be stirred down.
- Add the remaining sugar, both the granulated and brown sugars all at once. Continue stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Return the mixture to a full rolling boil. Set a timer and boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and reserved teaspoon of orange zest. Skim off any foam if necessary.
- Ladle the hot jam into clean, sterilized canning jars. Leaving about ¼ inch of headspace.
- Wipe the tops of the jars with a clean damp cloth. Add the lid and screw on the ring. Process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes to seal the jars.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Yes! Dried figs work well when fresh figs aren't available. Soak them in warm water until they're plump and softened, then drain and chop before measuring. Keep in mind that dried figs are naturally sweeter, so the finished jam may taste a little different.
Nope! Fig skins are completely edible and soften during cooking. Just wash the figs, remove the stems, and chop them up. Easy peasy!
If a jar doesn't seal, remove the lid, check the rim for chips, and wipe it clean. Add a new lid and reprocess within 24 hours, following the full processing time specified. Or just pop the jar in the refrigerator and enjoy the jam within two weeks!
Deb's top tips
I've learned the hard way to use my biggest heavy-bottomed pot when making jam! Once that sugar and fruit start boiling, things can get a little wild. Keep your oven mitts handy because boiling sugar can cause serious burns. And I always use a long-handled wooden spoon for stirring. Unlike metal, it won't heat up as quickly. Trust me, hot jam is nothing to mess around with!
Related recipes
If you love making homemade jams, I've got a few more recipes for you to try! My Homemade Fig Jam is a longtime favorite with all the flavors from your favorite fig cookies! For something with a little kick, try my Christmas Pepper Jam. It's wonderful served over cream cheese with crackers!
And don't miss my Cranberry Jalapeño Jam, a sweet and spicy combination that's a fun addition to your holiday appetizer spread. Homemade jam makes such a thoughtful gift, too!
Don't stop at toast, more ways to enjoy fig orange jam
I'm telling you, once you taste this jam, you'll be looking for excuses to open another jar! And don't limit yourself to breakfast. Try it as a glaze for pork tenderloin or add a spoonful to your next grilled cheese sandwich. Oh my goodness, SO good!
If you give this recipe a try, come back and tell me how you're enjoying it. I'm always looking for another excuse to eat jam!
Lois says
It’s really good. We love it. And easy to make also.
Debra Clark says
This jam turned out so good, I agree. Glad you're here to taste test Mom! 🙂