The BEST Do-it-yourself Peach Jam

Completely sweetened and splendidly spiced jam with only a trace of cinnamon, Do-it-yourself Peach Jam has been a staple in our residence for about 15 years.

Yearly, I wait till we will order peaches by the case. Then I roll up my sleeves and set to work making and canning a yr’s price of scrumptious jam.

A number of years in the past, in regards to the time I began this web site, the summer time’s peaches had been very late attending to our space. They lastly arrived the day earlier than I used to be headed out of city. I used to be wanting ahead to creating jam simply as quickly as they had been on the excellent stage of ripeness.

I glanced round in any respect my fantastic peaches and panicked as a result of I knew they had been going to be well past excellent by the point I returned residence. I used to be on my technique to being disillusioned; when Sean very casually advised me that he’d handle it.

Now, I admit that jam making shouldn’t be troublesome. It’s really fairly simple. Nevertheless, it can be time-consuming (particularly, when you find yourself not conversant in all of it) and it isn’t a easy factor to perform with three babies operating by means of the home all weekend.

I assured him that he shouldn’t fear about it, but when he actually wished to do it, I’d set out the recipe and the jars for him.

Nicely, I got here residence a few days later to 24 jars of peach jam. Completely sweetened and splendidly spiced jam with only a trace of cinnamon.

Did Sean actually wish to spend his time making jam this previous weekend? That’s uncertain. However he did it to make my life simpler and that makes each chew of this scrumptious jam style much more scrumptious.

After I first posted this recipe on the positioning in 2011, it was simply the photograph of these jam jars. I’ve since up to date the submit with a video, and loads of step-by-step images. I hope it’s useful to you in your jam-making endeavors.

Peach Jam

Retailer-bought jams and preserves simply can’t examine with the style of the do-it-yourself stuff and this peach jam is not any exception.

Nothing says “summer time” like biting right into a recent, candy, juicy peach on the excellent stage of ripeness. This jam manages to seize all that spectacular heat climate taste in a jar for consuming any time of the yr.

Peach Jam jam is phenomenal on every kind of breads, muffins, and scones.

Toast a slice of Tender High Rising Gluten Free Sandwich Bread   or English Muffin Bread and unfold with a thick layer of peach jam for a candy technique to begin the day. Blueberry Bran Muffins and Peach Jam are one other nice breakfast pairing to get pleasure from along with your morning cup of espresso or tea.

Do you know it’s also possible to put peach jam in do-it-yourself ice cream? I discovered this out after a contented accident with a jar of peach jam result in a shocking frozen deal with within the type of Strawberry Peach Jam Ice Cream. 

Tips on how to Make Peach Jam

There are such a lot of peach jam recipes on the market however this one is my go-to for a every day unfold. Like many recipes, it begins with loads of recent peaches, sugar, and pectin. Lemon juice provides each a tart taste and acidity that helps with the “preserving” a part of do-it-yourself preserves.

I add only a contact of cinnamon or allspice to the recipe for the right quantity of spice. It’s sufficient to provide this jam a touch of one thing particular with out completely overwhelming that unimaginable peach taste.

While you serve this jam, don’t be shocked should you’re peppered with questions on what that secret ingredient is that makes it so darn good.

Canning Peach Jam

This can be a pretty customary and straightforward recipe for canning jam however, as I discussed earlier than, it’s time-consuming. Put aside an excellent chunk of time for getting the jam ready and processed and ensure all of your gear is clear and able to go earlier than you get began.

For this recipe, I take advantage of the recent water tub technique of processing jars. You don’t want any fancy canning gear!

Don’t be intimidated should you’ve by no means canned your personal preserves earlier than. It’s simple to study and a unbelievable talent to have in your toolbox. My pal Rebecca has an excellent Canning Basics information right here with extra suggestions!

When you get began making your personal do-it-yourself jam, there’s a complete world of recipes on the market so that you can discover.

Peach Jam Recipe

1. Type and wash absolutely ripe peaches. Take away stems, skins, bruises, and pits. Chop peaches and add to a big pot.
2. Crush or smash the peaches. Add lemon juice and pectin; stir nicely. Place on excessive warmth and, whereas stirring always, deliver to a full rolling boil with bubbles over the whole floor.
3. Add the sugar and spices all of sudden and warmth once more to a full effervescent boil. Boil arduous for 1 minute (set a timer), stirring always.
4. Take away from warmth; skim the froth off the highest. (We preserve the froth within the fridge and revel in it on toast for the following couple of days. I find it irresistible heat straight off the range as nicely!)
5. Pour instantly into sterile canning jars. Fill the jars to ¼ inch from the highest. Seal them and course of 5 minutes in a boiling water tub.

Habanero Peach Jam is a spicy sizzling pepper jam spin on this recipe that’s scrumptious on toast, crackers, and any which approach you eat it. Cranberry Pepper Jam is one other candy and spicy selection that’s excellent to provide as a present and revel in your self.

Not all jams must be candy! Tomato Jam is a savory protect (with only a contact of sweetness from recent ripe tomatoes) that I particularly like to eat unfold on fluffy biscuits and cornbread. 

However should you solely make one jam recipe in your life, this Peach Jam is a superb alternative. Filled with fruity, peachy goodness and easy and easy to make, that is one recipe you’ll wish to make each peach season for years to return. 

initially printed 9/26/11 – recipe notes and images up to date 7/31/23