Drunken Fig Jam
Indulge in the rich, sultry sweetness of Drunken Fig Jam, a gourmet preserve that brings together the lush flavor of fresh figs and the bold depth of dry red wine. This artisan-style jam is elevated with a touch of cinnamon, cloves, and pure vanilla extract, while a splash of lemon juice balances the sweetness to perfection. Slow-cooked to achieve a velvety, spreadable texture, this homemade jam is perfect for topping your morning toast, pairing with creamy cheeses on a charcuterie board, or enhancing desserts with a boozy, fruity twist. With just 10 minutes of prep and a simple simmering technique, this luxurious, small-batch preserve is a must-try for fig and wine lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh figs
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters dry red wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash the figs thoroughly under running water. Remove the stems and cut the figs into quarters.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the quartered figs, granulated sugar, and red wine. Stir well to coat the figs in sugar and wine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved completely, about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and add the lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Stir well to combine.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the figs soften completely and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
Once the jam reaches the desired thickness, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Use a potato masher or immersion blender to break down any large chunks of figs, if desired, for a smoother texture.
Carefully transfer the hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top. Seal the jars with their lids.
Allow the jars to cool to room temperature before storing the jam in the refrigerator. The jam will keep fresh for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.1 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 283.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1360 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
