Fig Jam Pepper Jelly

vegan / gluten free / dairy free

A deliciously homemade spread for charcuterie boards, sandwiches, or just about anything! It’s a mix of sweet fig jam and spicy pepper jelly, and it’s the coziest spread you’ll make all season.

The two staples I swear I always get from Trader Joe’s are their fig butter and the sweet and spicy pepper jelly. They are both my absolute favorites. I use the fig butter all the time in baking and for my charcuterie boards. It’s amazing paired with a slice of hard cheese on a cracker or slice of bread. The sweet and spicy pepper jelly is to die for. I roast brussel sprouts and toss them in a little of the jelly and they are addicting I swear.

Here is what you’ll need to make this Fig Jam Pepper Jelly:

  • Figs

  • Sugar

  • Hot Peppers

  • Lemon Juice

Yep, there are only 4 ingredients you need to make this! It’s so easy too, because you throw everything into a saucepan and that about it! Once it is done simmering, you use an immersion blender to blend it all together, and then you are ready to serve it! I let mine cool down a bit before serving, but it just depends on what you’re making.

 

Fig Jam Pepper Jelly

ingredients:

  • 2 cups figs, quartered

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 2 tbsp hot peppers, diced (I used macho peppers, but you can use chili or jalapeno. the quantity depends on spice level you want)

  • 1/2 lemon juiced

directions:

  1. In a saucepan, add the figs, sugar, and peppers. heat on medium heat until it starts to boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 minutes. stir occasionally.

  2. Add the lemon juice to the mixture and cook for another minute. Use an immersion blender and blend until it forms a jam consistency.

  3. Transfer to a bowl and serve or store in the fridge in a sealed jar.

 

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