Thanksgiving Cranberry Fig Jam
Capture the essence of fall with this Thanksgiving Cranberry Fig Jam, a delightful blend of tart cranberries and sweet, earthy figs enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. This easy homemade jam gets a bright twist from fresh orange juice and zest, while honey adds a touch of natural sweetness. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a rustic, chunky texture, this jam is as versatile as it is flavorful. Serve it alongside roasted turkey, slather it on warm toast, or pair it with your favorite cheese board to elevate your holiday table. Ready in just 40 minutes, this make-ahead condiment is a seasonal must-have for Thanksgiving and beyond!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup dried figs
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup honey
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and set aside.
Trim the stems from the dried figs and roughly chop them into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, dried figs, granulated sugar, honey, orange juice, orange zest, water, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the figs have softened.
Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to slightly mash the fruit mixture, leaving some chunks for a rustic texture.
Stir in the vanilla extract and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the jam cool slightly.
Transfer the cranberry fig jam to sterilized jars and let it cool completely before sealing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or process in a water bath for long-term storage.
Serve the jam on toast, with roasted turkey, or as part of a cheese platter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.6 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 254.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 951 mg | 20% | |
*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.
