Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions:

  1. Place the quartered figs, granulated sugar, and lemon juice in a heavy-bottomed pot. Stir well and let the mixture sit for 10–15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Place the pot over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble. Lower the heat to a steady simmer.
  3. Simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring frequently, until the liquid has reduced and the figs appear glossy and translucent.
  4. Perform the plate test: place a spoonful of jam on a frozen plate for 30 seconds. If the surface wrinkles when pushed with a finger, the jam has reached its setting point.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt. Stir in the cold butter until melted for a glossy finish.