Easy Small Batch Honey Walnut Fig Jam Recipe Perfect for Breakfast
A quick and easy small batch fig jam with honey and walnuts, perfect for breakfast or brunch. This jam combines chewy figs, crunchy walnuts, and floral honey for a delicious, textured spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (approximately 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Spread
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) dried figs, chopped
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
- ½ cup (60g) walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chop 1 cup (150g) of dried figs into small half-inch pieces and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine chopped figs and ½ cup (120ml) water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until figs soften and break apart.
- Stir in 3 tablespoons honey and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring to combine well.
- Add a pinch of salt and stir thoroughly.
- Remove the pan from heat and let the jam cool for about 10 minutes to prevent walnuts from getting soggy.
- Gently fold in ½ cup (60g) roughly chopped walnuts. Optionally, toast walnuts lightly on a dry pan for 3 minutes before adding for extra flavor.
- Transfer the jam to a clean, airtight jar or container. Let it cool completely before sealing and refrigerating. The jam will thicken as it cools.
Notes
Use low and slow heat to avoid burning the figs. Add walnuts after cooling slightly to keep their crunch. Toast walnuts for deeper flavor. Store jam refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks. For a smoother jam, pulse the fig mixture with an immersion blender before adding walnuts. Maple syrup or agave nectar can substitute honey for a vegan option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 tabl
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 2
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