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peach jam

Delicious Peach Jam: Taste the Summer in Every Jar

This delicious peach jam captures the essence of summer with every jar, using fresh ingredients for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 4 cups fresh peaches peeled, pitted, and finely chopped
  • 2 cups granulated sugar adjust based on sweetness of peaches
  • 1 cup lemon juice or lime juice as substitute
  • 1 pinch salt optional
Optional Add-Ins
  • cinnamon for a warm flavor twist
  • ginger for a warm flavor twist
  • thyme for unique savory contrast
  • other herbs for gourmet status

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • sterilized jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for peach jam
  1. Prep Peaches: Blanch peaches for 30–60 seconds until skins loosen, cool in ice water, peel, pit, and chop.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a pot, mix peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and salt. Let sit for 10–20 minutes.
  3. Cook Mixture: Heat on medium-low, stirring until sugar dissolves; let simmer for 30–40 minutes until thick.
  4. Test Consistency: Place spoonful on chilled plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it’s ready. If runny, simmer longer.
  5. Store Jam: Cool slightly, ladle into sterilized jars, leaving headspace. Refrigerate for up to three weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Always select the ripest peaches for the best flavor. Store in sterilized jars for optimal freshness.

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