Learn how to make delicious homemade peach jam with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for preserving the taste of summer, this jam is simple to make and bursting with fruity flavor.
Author:Sofia Hartwell
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:About 5-6 half-pint jars
Category:Preserves
Method:Canning
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
6 cups chopped ripe peaches (about 3 pounds)
4 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 box (1.75 oz) powdered fruit pectin
Instructions
Prepare your jars and lids for canning.
In a large pot, combine the chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
Stir in the powdered fruit pectin.
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
Boil for 1 minute, still stirring.
Remove the pot from the heat.
Skim off any foam with a spoon.
Ladle the hot jam into prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
Wipe the rims of the jars clean and screw on the lids.
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Remove jars from the canner and let them cool completely on a towel-lined counter.
Check for seals, then store the jam in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Using ripe, sweet peaches will give you the best flavor.
Ensure your canning equipment is clean and sterilized.
Adjust cooking time slightly for higher altitudes if necessary.