Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Vanilla Peach Jam
- Prepare the peaches by peeling, pitting, and finely chopping them until you have approximately 4 cups.
- Combine prepared peaches with fresh lemon juice in a large saucepan.
- Gradually add sugar to the peach and lemon mixture, stirring until well combined.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring continuously until it comes to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, stir in vanilla extract and allow mixture to return to a full boil.
- Incorporate liquid fruit pectin, stirring it evenly and boil hard for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam from the surface of the jam.
- Fill sterilized jars with hot jam, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
- Let the jars cool completely at room temperature before checking seals.
Nutrition
Notes
For best flavor, store jars in a cool, dark place and avoid temperature fluctuations.