Peach Preserves

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This peach jam recipe for fragrant preserves is simple to make and may be stored. Toast and biscuits will never taste the same again!

Submitted by Kevin
Updated on August 22, 2024
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A jar of peach preserves with two slices of toasted bread topped with butter and peach preserves
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
64
Yield:
8 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 64 servings

  • 12 fresh peaches, pitted and chopped

  • 4 ½ cups white sugar

  • 1 (2 ounce) package dry pectin

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    Ingredients to make peach preserves

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  2. Crush 1 cup of chopped peaches in the bottom of a large saucepan. Add remaining peaches and set the pan over medium-low heat.

    A large pot with crushed peaches and chopped peaches

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  3. Bring to a low boil and cook until peaches become liquid with a few bits of peach left, about 20 minutes.

    A large pot of simmered, chopped peaches

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  4. Pour cooked peaches into a bowl, then measure 6 cups peaches back into the pan. Add sugar and bring to a boil over medium heat.

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  5. Gradually stir in dry pectin; boil for 1 minute.

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  6. Remove from heat and pack jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue.

    Six glass jars filled with hot peach preserves

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  7. Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.

    A large pot with jars of peach preserves on a rack in a hot water bath

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  8. Carefully remove jars from stockpot and let jam cool, then store on a shelf in a cool, dark place. Serve and enjoy!

    A jar of peach preserves with two slices of toasted bread topped with butter and peach preserves

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Recipe Tips

When making preserves and jams, select slightly under-ripe, firm fruit.

Check doneness by dropping a small spoonful of jam onto a frozen plate. Let sit for 1 to 2 minutes; if the jam appears to gel, it is ready. Continue cooking for another few minutes if the jam appears thin and runny.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

59 Calories
15g Carbs
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 64
Calories 59
% Daily Value *
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 6%
Total Sugars 15g
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Potassium 6mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.