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Quick & Easy Peach Jam

This recipe makes a delicious peach jam in under an hour. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Preserves
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups Peeled and sliced ripe peaches (about 4-5 medium peaches)
  • 3 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg optional, adds warmth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pinch of salt enhances sweetness

Equipment

  • Large, heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Small Bowl
  • Canning jars and lids (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash, peel, and slice the peaches. Blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds then icing them helps with peeling.
  2. In a large saucepan, combine peaches, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Stir well.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the jam has thickened. Stir occasionally.
  5. If canning, sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for 10 minutes. Let air dry.
  6. Ladle the hot jam into the sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean.
  7. Seal jars with lids and rings. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (for longer shelf life).
  8. Let cool completely. Check seals; lids should be concave. Store in a cool, dark place.

Notes

For a smoother jam, you can use an immersion blender to partially puree the mixture before cooking. Adjust sugar to your preference based on peach sweetness.