Homemade Sweet Peach Jam
Experience the delicious, sun-kissed flavor of summer with this Homemade Sweet Peach Jam recipe. Perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or adding to desserts, this jam is made using five pounds of ripe peaches, ensuring a vibrant taste that captures the essence of fresh fruit. With a touch of lemon juice to enhance the flavor, this jam is not only simple to prepare but will also make excellent gifts for friends and family. Yielding eight half-pints, you can enjoy this delightful spread throughout the year or share it with loved ones.
8
Servings
250
Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Peaches
5 lbs (washed, peeled, pitted, and chopped (yielding 10 cups))
Lemon Juice
3 teaspoons (freshly squeezed)
Sugar
5 cups (granulated)
Instructions
1
Begin by washing, peeling, pitting, and chopping the peaches until you have approximately 10 cups of fruit.
2
In a large glass bowl, combine the chopped peaches, lemon juice, and sugar. Stir the mixture well and let it stand for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the sugar to dissolve.
3
Once the mixture has rested, transfer it to a large stainless steel or enamel pot.
4
Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
5
Once boiling, reduce the heat slightly and continue to boil for about 25 minutes, stirring constantly as the jam approaches the gel point. You will know the jam is ready when it thickens and holds its shape on a spoon.
6
Remove the pot from heat and skim off any foam that has formed on top of the jam.
7
Using a ladle, fill clean, hot canning jars with the peach jam, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.
8
Seal the jars with lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper preservation.
9
Allow the jars to cool completely before storing them in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition Information
0g
Fat
62.5g
Carbs
0.625g
Protein
0.625g
Fiber
60g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary flavor profile of the Homemade Sweet Peach Jam?
The jam offers a delicious, sun-kissed flavor of summer, capturing the vibrant essence of fresh, ripe peaches with a touch of lemon juice.
How many pounds of peaches are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires five pounds of ripe peaches.
How many cups of fruit should the peaches yield once prepared?
The five pounds of peaches should yield approximately 10 cups of chopped fruit.
What are the preparation steps for the peaches?
The peaches should be washed, peeled, pitted, and chopped before being used in the recipe.
How much sugar is used in this peach jam recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 cups of granulated sugar.
Why is lemon juice added to the jam?
Lemon juice is added to enhance the flavor of the peaches and assist in the jam-making process.
How long should the peach and sugar mixture stand before cooking?
The mixture should stand for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the sugar to dissolve.
What type of pot is recommended for cooking the jam?
It is recommended to use a large stainless steel or enamel pot for cooking the mixture.
What heat setting should be used to bring the jam to a boil?
The mixture should be brought to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
How long does the jam need to boil after reaching a vigorous boil?
The jam should continue to boil for about 25 minutes after the heat is slightly reduced.
How do you know when the peach jam has reached the gel point?
The jam is ready when it thickens and holds its shape on a spoon.
What should be done with the foam that forms on top of the jam?
Once the pot is removed from the heat, any foam that has formed on top should be skimmed off.
How much headspace should be left in the canning jars?
Leave about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top of each jar when filling them with jam.
How long should the filled jars be processed in a boiling water bath?
The jars should be processed in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper preservation.
What is the total yield of this Homemade Sweet Peach Jam recipe?
This recipe yields eight half-pint jars of jam.
Where should the finished jam jars be stored?
Store the cooled, sealed jars in a cool, dark place.
What are the serving suggestions for this peach jam?
It is perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over pancakes, or adding to various desserts.
How many calories are in one serving of this peach jam?
There are 250 calories per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each serving contains 62.5g of carbohydrates.
How much sugar is in a single serving of the jam?
Each serving contains 60g of sugar.
Does this jam contain any fat?
No, this peach jam recipe contains 0g of fat.
How much protein is found in a serving of this jam?
There is 0.625g of protein per serving.
What is the fiber content for one serving?
The fiber content is 0.625g per serving.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are only 3 primary ingredients: peaches, lemon juice, and sugar.
Is this peach jam recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is described as simple to prepare and tagged as an easy recipe.
Can this jam be used as a gift?
Yes, the recipe notes that this jam makes excellent gifts for friends and family.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under the Fruit category.
What are some tags associated with this recipe for searching?
Relevant tags include peach jam, fruit jam, canning, summer preserves, and homemade spread.
What type of lemon juice should be used?
The recipe specifies using 3 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How should the jars be prepared before filling?
The canning jars should be clean and hot before you ladle the peach jam into them.