Fig Cranberry Jam

Fig Cranberry Jam is a delightful and flavorful preserve made from a combination of ripe figs and tart cranberries. This jam is typically prepared by cooking these two fruits together with sugar and often a touch of citrus juice to create a sweet and tangy spread.

Fig Cranberry Jam Ingredients

• Bag of Cranberries
• Bag of dried Figs or fresh Figs
• Orange Juice
• Brown Sugar
  • Pink Salt

Creating the Fig Cranberry Jam

1. First, if you’re using dried figs, presoak them for at least 6 hours prior to making the jam.
   • Note: if you are using fresh figs, you can prepare the figs by slicing them in half.
2. First, in an All-Clad pot, combine all of the ingredients.
3. Next, turn the heat to medium, and stir to combine all of the ingredients.
4. Then, bring the mixture to a slow boil, stir, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
5. Next, allow the jam ingredients to simmer for 15-20 minutes, with the lid on.
6. Then, turn the heat off and remove the lid from the pot.
7. Next, allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
8. Finally, using a potato masher, immersion blender, or regular blender, blend to the desired consistency.

Combine the Ingredients

Bring to a Boil; Reduce to a Simmer for 15-20 Minutes

Cool Slightly; Blend to Desired Consistency

Serving the Fig Cranberry Jam

Fig Cranberry Jam is delicious in a variety of recipes, including served alongside holiday turkey or ham. Some suggested recipes to include this jam in are –

• Loosen the jam to make a sauce to substitute for the Sorrel in Sorrel Cheesecake Bars,
• Substitute this holiday-inspired jam for Strawberry Jam in Strawberry Empanadas,
• Create Santa’s Hat Shortcakes with this sweet and tart homemade jam,
• Replace the Strawberry Jam with this Fig Cranberry Jam in Sourdough Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies,
• Brush Fig Cranberry Jam on Ground Venison Meatloaves for a main course,
• Slow cook Venison Meatballs in Fig Cranberry Jam for a twist on Ground Venison Holiday Meatloaves,
• Shmear this tart and sweet jam on a slice of Hawaiian Sourdough Bread,
• And more!

Storing the Fig Cranberry Jam

However, if you are looking to prep and store the Fig Cranberry Jam for a later date, I’d suggest storing it in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. On the other hand, you can store this jam in an airtight container, in the freezer, for up to 3 months.

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Fig Cranberry Jam

Yield: 2 Quart Size Jam Jars

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Fig Cranberry Jam is a delightful and flavorful preserve made from a combination of ripe figs and tart cranberries. This jam is typically prepared by cooking these two fruits together with sugar and often a touch of citrus juice to create a sweet and tangy spread. 

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Ingredients

• 1 bag of Cranberries
• 1 bag of dried Figs, rehydrated or 1 lb. of fresh Figs, sliced in half
• 1/3 c. Orange Juice
• 2 tbsp. Brown Sugar
• 1/2 tsp. Pink Salt

Instructions

Creating the Fig Cranberry Jam

1. First, if you're using dried figs, presoak them for at least 6 hours prior to making the jam. (Note: if you are using fresh figs, you can prepare the figs by slicing them in half).
2. First, in an All-Clad pot, combine all of the ingredients.
3. Next, turn the heat to medium, and stir to combine all of the ingredients.
4. Then, bring the mixture to a slow boil, stir, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
5. Next, allow the jam ingredients to simmer for 15-20 minutes, with the lid on.
6. Then, turn the heat off and remove the lid from the pot.
7. Next, allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes.
8. Finally, using a potato masher, immersion blender, or regular blender, blend to the desired consistency.

Serving the Fig Cranberry Jam

Fig Cranberry Jam is delicious in a variety of recipes, including served alongside holiday turkey or ham. Some suggested recipes to include this jam in are -

• Loosen the jam to make a sauce to substitute for the Sorrel in Sorrel Cheesecake Bars,
• Substitute this holiday-inspired jam for Strawberry Jam in Strawberry Empanadas,
• Create Santa's Hat Shortcakes with this sweet and tart homemade jam,
• Replace the Strawberry Jam with this Fig Cranberry Jam in Sourdough Strawberry Thumbprint Cookies,
• Brush Fig Cranberry Jam on Ground Venison Meatloaves for a main course,
• Slow cook Venison Meatballs in Fig Cranberry Jam for a twist on Ground Venison Holiday Meatloaves,
• Shmear this tart and sweet jam on a slice of Hawaiian Sourdough Bread,
• And more!

Notes

Storing the Fig Cranberry Jam

If you are looking to prep and store the Fig Cranberry Jam for a later date, I'd suggest storing it in an airtight container, in the refrigerator, for up to 1 week in the refrigerator. On the other hand, you can store this jam in an airtight container, in the freezer, for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 32 Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 16Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 37mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 0g