How to Freeze Fig Jelly

Preserving homemade fig jelly for enjoyment throughout the year doesn't require canning equipment or a lot of time. Freezer jelly provides a quick storage solution for your favorite fig recipe. Freezing maintains the flavor and texture of the jelly while allowing you to store the figs for up to a year. Standard canning or jelly jars aren't used for freezer jelly, as they may crack. Plastic containers or glass freezer containers with plastic lids are available for storing freezer jellies. Does this Spark an idea?

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Freezer containers
Spatula

Instructions

- 1
  
  Pour the jelly into the container. Leave ½ inch of space between the top of the jelly and the rim of the container to accommodate expansion.
- 2
  
  Slide a small spatula around the inside of the container, releasing any air bubbles so the fig jelly settles. Pour additional jelly if the level drops after the air pockets are released.
- 3
  
  Allow the jelly to cool and set up for 24 hours. Leave the containers uncovered as they cool to prevent condensation. Place a layer of cheesecloth on top the jars as they cool if you are concerned about dust settling on the jelly surface.
- 4
  
  Screw the lid on the container tightly once the jelly cools. Place the figs in the freezer. Frozen jelly retains its quality for up to a year.
- 5
  
  Remove the fig jelly from the freezer 24 hours before you intend to use it. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight.

Tips & Warnings

Freezer jams and jellies aren't as firm as canned versions.
You can also freeze purchased fig jellies, just transfer them to a freezer-safe container first.