Description
This Easy Homemade Peach Jam Recipe captures the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh peaches in a simple, no-fuss jam that you can make on your stovetop. With just peaches, lemon juice, and sugar, you’ll have a delicious spread perfect for toast, biscuits, or even as a topping for desserts. The recipe lets you customize the jam’s texture and sweetness to your liking, making this homemade peach jam a fresh and delightful addition to your pantry.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds peaches (about 10 to 14 medium peaches), peeled, pitted, and cut into chunks
- 2 1/2 cups sugar (adjust to taste)
- Juice from one lemon
Instructions
- Add peaches and lemon juice: In a medium saucepan, combine the peeled, pitted, and chunked peaches with the freshly squeezed juice from one lemon. The lemon juice helps preserve the color and adds a slight tang to balance the sweetness.
- Bring to a boil and crush peaches: Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Use a spoon or potato masher to crush the peaches to your preferred consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Reduce heat and add sugar: Lower the heat to medium and stir in the sugar gradually, ensuring it dissolves completely into the peach mixture.
- Boil while stirring frequently: Return the mixture to a full rolling boil, stirring often to prevent sticking or burning at the bottom of the pan.
- Cook to desired jam consistency: Continue boiling and stirring for 15 to 25 minutes. The jam is ready when it thickens enough to coat a spoon and stays in place when turned sideways.
- Cool the jam: Remove the pan from heat and let the peach jam cool to room temperature. If it’s too runny, you can reboil it for about 10 more minutes and cool again until it reaches the perfect spreadable consistency.
Notes
- Peeling peaches is easier if you blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds and then immediately transfer to ice water.
- Adjust the sugar based on the sweetness of your peaches and your personal preference.
- For longer storage, sterilize your jars and lids and store the jam in the refrigerator or process in a water bath canner.
- Use lemon juice to help the jam set and enhance flavor.
- The cooking time might vary depending on the juiciness of your peaches and your stove’s heat.
