Old Fashioned Peach Preserves
Capture the essence of summer with this Old Fashioned Peach Preserves recipe, a timeless classic that transforms fresh, ripe peaches into a jar of pure sunshine. Made with just four simple ingredients—juicy peaches, granulated sugar, a touch of lemon juice, and water—this homemade preserve is bursting with natural sweetness and a hint of tanginess. Perfectly cooked to a jam-like consistency, it’s ideal for spreading on warm biscuits, swirling into yogurt, or elevating your favorite baked goods. Learn how to master traditional preserving techniques, like blanching peaches for easy peeling and using a boiling water bath for long-term storage, to create a pantry favorite that lasts all year. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast staple or a thoughtful homemade gift, this recipe is a delicious way to capture the flavors of the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (peeled, pitted, and diced) Fresh peaches
- 4 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Start by peeling the peaches. To do this easily, score a shallow 'X' on the bottom of each peach, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer immediately to ice water. The skins should slip off easily.
Once peeled, pit and dice the peaches into small chunks. Measure out 6 cups of diced peaches for the recipe.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the diced peaches, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the pot over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for approximately 45-60 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency. You can test the doneness by placing a small spoonful of the preserves on a chilled plate—if it holds its shape and doesn’t run, it's ready.
While the preserves are cooking, sterilize your jars. Place clean glass jars in a pot of boiling water for 10 minutes, then carefully remove them and let them dry on a clean towel.
Once the preserves are ready, carefully ladle the hot peach preserves into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.
Wipe the rim of each jar with a clean, damp cloth, then seal with sterilized lids and screw on the bands until fingertip-tight.
To ensure proper preservation, process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the jars and let them cool completely on a towel-lined counter. You should hear a slight 'pop' as the jars seal.
Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within a month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.7 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 306.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 915 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
