In a large bowl, combine the prepped figs.
Dress the figs with lemon juice.
Now allow the figs to sit at room temperature for about 45 minutes.
Next, transfer the figs, along with the juice, to a large pot.
Heat should be set at medium heat.
Follow with honey.
Then, the vanilla extract.
Stir to combine.
Cook, while stirring occasionally, until the figs break down into a thick and slightly
granular jam.
You can expect this to happen in around 50-55 minutes.
Once it does break down, you want to remove it from heat and cool slightly.
Transfer to an airtight container (those are suggested in the post).
Do allow this to cool slightly on the countertop before closing with the air tight seal of a lid.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Enjoy!