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Quick Peach Jam Recipe

Quick & Easy Peach Jam

This recipe makes a delicious peach jam in minutes! Perfect for busy schedules, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Preserves
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups Peeled and sliced ripe peaches (about 2 pounds)
  • 3 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1 1/4 cup Lemon juice
  • 1 1-ounce package Liquid pectin
  • 1 cup Water for blanching peaches (optional)

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Half-pint jars
  • Jar lids and rings
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Wash, peel, and slice peaches into 1/2-inch thick pieces. (Blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds then ice water for easier peeling).
  2. Combine peaches, sugar, and lemon juice in a large saucepan.
  3. Stir in the liquid pectin.
  4. Bring to a full rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly. A full rolling boil is a boil that cannot be stirred down.
  5. Boil hard for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat, skim off foam, and ladle hot jam into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
  7. Wipe jar rims, add lids and rings, and tighten fingertip tight. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust for altitude) for longer shelf life, or refrigerate and use within 2-3 weeks.
  8. Cool completely. Sealed jars will make a popping sound. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark, dry place.

Notes

For a thicker jam, use a low-sugar pectin. Adjust sugar to your preference. Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for variations.