Homemade Southern-Style Fresh Peach Jam
Enjoy the essence of summer with this delightful homemade peach jam, perfect for spreading on biscuits or drizzling over desserts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Preserve
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 large cinnamon stick
- ½ cup water
- Optional: 1 tablespoon pectin
Instructions
- Rinse and Prep the Peaches: Score a small “X” at the bottom of each peach, then submerge in boiling water for about 30 seconds.
- Blanch and Peel: Transfer peaches to a bowl of ice water, then pit and chop into roughly ½-inch pieces.
- Combine Ingredients in the Pot: Mix chopped peaches with sugar, lemon juice, water, and cinnamon stick in a large pot.
- Cook and Stir: Place over medium heat, bring to a boil, stirring frequently for 40-50 minutes.
- Check the Consistency: Test the jam on a chilled plate; if it holds its shape, it’s ready.
- Finishing Touches: Remove the cinnamon stick, ladle into jars, and seal.
- Cool and Store: Let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Notes
For thicker jam, consider adding pectin. Store sealed jars in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peach jam, homemade jam, southern recipe, preserves, fruit spread