Fig Preserves
Fig Preserves delivers a lusciously sweet, chunky spread made from ripe figs gently simmered in a bright lemon-infused syrup. It’s rich, jammy, and slightly citrusy—perfect for toast, biscuits, and cheese boards or as a glaze for roasted meats. Ideal for late-summer preserving and gifting, this batch-worthy recipe highlights pure fig flavor.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr 20 mins
- Serves64
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fig Preserves, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 23 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 75
- Heart Health
- 42
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 20
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
Place the figs in a large bowl; sprinkle the baking soda over the figs. Carefully cover the figs with boiling water and soak for 1 hour. Drain the figs and rinse them thoroughly with cold water.
- 3
Combine the sugar and 4 cups of water in a large Dutch oven; bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 4
Add the figs and lemon slices to the syrup and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Spoon the figs into hot, sterilized jars and spoon the syrup over the figs, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the inside of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw the rings on tightly.
- 6
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars, 2 inches apart, into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
- 7
Remove the jars from the stockpot and let them rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure it does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
- Calories 112.66 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 0.82 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 29.02 g 11%
- Total Fat 0.27 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 17.58 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 27.12 g --
- Added Sugars 1.86 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 1.09 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 4.97 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.06 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.99 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Fig Preserves is made with 5 ingredients and serves 64. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Baking Soda, Fresh Dill, Lemon, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 112.66 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fig Preserves made of?
- The main ingredients are Baking Soda, Fresh Dill, Lemon, Sugar, Water. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fig Preserves?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 112.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fig Preserves easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 5 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Fig Preserves healthy?
- Fig Preserves has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 112.66 calories and 0.82 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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