Description
A simple yet luxurious Small Batch Vanilla Peach Jam that combines the sweetness of ripe peaches and the aromatic richness of vanilla. Perfect for spreading on toast, topping desserts, or giving as a gift!
Ingredients
4–5 medium peaches, peeled and chopped
1–1.5 cups sugar (adjust according to sweetness of peaches)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
1–2 tsp pectin (optional for thicker consistency)
Instructions
1. Peel, pit, and chop the peaches. Add them to a large pot along with sugar and lemon juice.
2. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the peaches release their juices and begin to break down.
3. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean and add them to the pot, or use vanilla extract if preferred.
4. Stir in pectin if using and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, until it thickens to the desired consistency.
5. Test the consistency by placing a small spoonful on a cold plate. If it wrinkles when you tilt it, it’s ready.
6. Pour the hot jam into sterilized jars and seal tightly. Process jars in a hot water bath for 5 minutes to ensure proper sealing.
Notes
You can substitute the sugar with honey or agave syrup for a healthier option.
Feel free to use frozen peaches if fresh ones aren’t available, but make sure they’re thawed and drained.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Jam, Preserves
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peach jam, vanilla, small batch, preserves, summer