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Southern Peach Jam

Delightful Southern Peach Jam to Brighten Your Breakfast

This Southern Peach Jam is a delightful, no-pectin recipe that captures the essence of summer, perfect for brightening your breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Processing Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 6 cups Fresh Peaches Peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups Sugar Adjust based on sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Or vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large saucepan
  • Potato masher
  • Jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Southern Peach Jam
  1. Sterilize jars and lids by immersing them in boiling water for about 10 minutes.
  2. Mix together peeled and chopped peaches with lemon juice in a large saucepan. Heat until boiling for 5-8 minutes.
  3. Use a potato masher to crush peaches to your desired consistency. Simmer for 15-25 minutes while stirring.
  4. Add split vanilla bean and bourbon as the jam thickens, cooking for another 5-10 minutes.
  5. Pour finished jam into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch of headspace. Clean the rims before sealing.
  6. Process the jars in boiling water for 5 minutes for proper sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 36gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Ensure jars are properly sealed for best preservation. Store in a cool, dark pantry for optimal freshness.

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