Spiced Peach Butter
Capture the essence of summer with this luscious Spiced Peach Butter, a velvety spread bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe peaches and a hint of warm spices. Crafted with ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and balanced perfectly with a touch of vanilla and lemon juice, this fruit butter is a cozy twist on traditional preserves. Using a slow-cooking method, the peaches are gently simmered to a rich, thick perfection before being blended into a silky smooth texture. Ideal for slathering on warm toast, dolloping over pancakes, or stirring into yogurt, this homemade peach butter is a delightful way to savor peach season. With simple ingredients and easy storage options, it’s the ultimate small-batch recipe for preserving summer’s golden bounty.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds ripe peaches
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Start by peeling the peaches. To do this easily, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath. The skins should slip off easily.
Slice the peeled peaches, remove the pits, and cut them into small chunks.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the peach chunks, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture for about 45–60 minutes, stirring frequently, until the peaches have broken down and the mixture has thickened.
Use an immersion blender to puree the peach mixture until smooth. Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the mixture to a blender in batches and then return it to the pot.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and vanilla extract. Continue cooking the peach butter over low heat for another 15–20 minutes, or until it reaches your desired thickness.
To check the consistency, place a small spoonful of the peach butter on a chilled plate. If it holds its shape without running, it's ready.
Remove the pot from heat and let the spiced peach butter cool slightly.
Transfer the peach butter into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Seal tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks, or process jars in a hot water bath for long-term storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 581.0 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 553.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 3471 mg | 74% | |
*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.
