Description

A simple and sweet homemade peach jam recipe infused with vanilla bean, perfect for preserving the fresh flavor of summer peaches.

Ingredients

Scale

4 pounds fresh ripe peaches, peeled and diced
2 to 3 cups granulated sugar (adjust based on peach sweetness)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 whole vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped
1/2 cup water
Optional: 1 packet or 1 tablespoon pectin powder

Instructions

Peel peaches by scoring an ‘X’ on the bottom, blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transferring to an ice bath. Dice into 1/2-inch pieces.
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Set seeds and pod aside.
In a large pot, combine diced peaches, sugar (start with 2 cups), lemon juice, vanilla seeds, vanilla pod, and water.
Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until thickened and glossy. Add pectin about 10 minutes into simmering if using.
Test jam set by coating the back of a spoon or placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; it should wrinkle when pushed.
Remove vanilla pod and discard. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal with lids and let cool at room temperature.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 months or process in a hot water bath for longer shelf life. Jam can also be frozen.

Notes

[‘Use the vanilla pod twice by drying and adding it to your sugar jar for vanilla-flavored sugar.’, ‘Simmer low and slow to avoid burning the fruit.’, ‘Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your peaches.’, ‘Test jam set with a chilled plate if no thermometer is available.’, ‘Sterilize jars properly to prevent spoilage.’, ‘Freeze extra jam in freezer-safe containers with headspace.’]

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Preserves
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
Calories: 60
Sugar: 14
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 0.5
Protein: 0.2

Keywords: peach jam, homemade jam, vanilla bean jam, summer preserves, fruit jam, easy jam recipe