Description
This delightful French Peach Jam Recipe captures the essence of summer in a jar, making it the perfect homemade preserve for any occasion. With only three simple ingredients and no artificial pectin, this jam highlights the natural sweetness of ripe peaches, complemented by a hint of lemon. Its versatility shines through as it can be used on toast, swirled into yogurt, or as a filling in desserts. Whether you’re adding it to your breakfast spread or gifting it to friends and family, this easy peach jam is sure to bring smiles and satisfaction.
Ingredients
- 2.2 pounds fresh or frozen peaches
- 3⅓ cups sugar
- 1 lemon (juiced)
Instructions
- Prepare the peaches by rinsing them, removing the pits, and peeling.
- In a large jam pan, combine the prepared peaches with sugar and lemon juice.
- Stir well and bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 40-50 minutes until glossy.
- Blend to your desired consistency, then test for doneness using an ice-cold plate.
- Pour into clean jars with lids, seal tightly, and store upside down for several hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe peaches for maximum flavor. Fresh lemon juice enhances brightness and aids in setting. To personalize your jam, consider adding spices like cinnamon or mixing in other fruits like raspberries.