Peach Jam
This Peach Jam recipe is sweet, simple, and full of fresh summer flavor. It’s made with ripe peaches, a touch of sugar, and no added pectin just slow-cooked goodness.
Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled and chopped ripe peaches about 6 large peaches
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh or bottled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Peel and chop the peaches into small pieces. You can blanch them for 30 seconds in boiling water to peel them easily, then drop into ice water.
- In a large saucepan, combine peaches, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium. Stir often and simmer for 30–35 minutes, or until thickened. You can mash the peaches a bit or leave it chunky.
- Dip a spoon in the jam and place it on a cold plate—if it wrinkles slightly when pushed, it's ready. If not, cook a few more minutes.
- Stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon for extra warmth and sweetness. (Add flavor (optional)
- Pour hot jam into clean jars. Let it cool, then cover with lids.