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Easy Small Batch Homemade Peach Jam Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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A simple and reliable small batch peach jam recipe that captures fresh peach flavor with minimal fuss, perfect for beginners and small kitchens.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe peaches (about 2 pounds or 900 grams), peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • Optional: pinch of ground cinnamon or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Peel the peaches by scoring an “X” on the bottom and blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water. Skins will slip right off. Pit and chop into small chunks (about 1/2 inch or 1.25 cm). This should take about 10 minutes.
  2. In your saucepan, add the chopped peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to mix everything. Let it sit for 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. The mixture will bubble and thicken. This will take about 20-25 minutes.
  4. To check if the jam is ready, place a small spoonful on a chilled plate. Let it cool for a minute and run your finger through it. If it wrinkles and doesn’t run back together, it’s done. If not, keep simmering and testing every 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in a pinch of cinnamon or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract right before removing from heat for a warm twist (optional).
  6. Allow the jam to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean jar or container and refrigerate. It will thicken slightly more as it cools.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent scorching. Stir frequently and cook low and slow to avoid burning. The wrinkle test on a chilled plate is the best way to check jam readiness. Adjust sugar based on peach sweetness. Optional spices like cinnamon or vanilla add warmth. Jam thickens more as it cools. Store in the fridge up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 3 months.

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