Baked Peach Jam Recipe
Category: Jams & Preserves
Servings: 1 Jar
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Peaches | 2 kg |
| Sugar | 200 g |
| Lemon juice | 40 g |
Instructions:
To begin, ensure that you have clean, sterilized jars and new lids, as proper sanitization is crucial for safe preservation. You can follow the guidelines provided by your local health authorities for sterilizing jars. Now, wash the peaches thoroughly. Slice them in half using a knife, and cut them into small chunks. Place the peach pieces in an oven-safe baking dish.
Next, sprinkle the sugar over the peaches, mixing everything together to ensure the peaches are well coated. Once combined, transfer the mixture into a bowl and use an immersion blender to blend it into a smooth, homogenous consistency.
Carefully fill the sterilized jars with the peach mixture, ensuring that each jar is filled to just below the rim. After sealing the jars with their new lids, turn them upside down and allow them to cool completely. This will create a vacuum seal as the jam cools. If the jam is still warm, the vacuum seal will form naturally.
If you want to be extra cautious, you can place the sealed jars in a pot of water, ensuring the water level is about half a centimeter below the lid. Bring the water to a boil and let it simmer for a few minutes to ensure the seal forms properly.
Before consuming, check that the vacuum seal has been created by pressing gently on the center of the lid. If you hear a “click” sound, it means the seal has not formed correctly, and the jam should not be consumed.
Enjoy your homemade peach jam, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to your favorite desserts!
Tips:
- Always ensure that your jars and lids are properly sterilized before use to avoid contamination.
- You can store your jam in a cool, dark place for up to a year. Once opened, refrigerate the jam and consume it within a few weeks.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the jam even further using a food processor or blender.
This simple, delicious baked peach jam is a perfect treat for the summer, capturing the essence of ripe peaches in a jar that can be enjoyed all year long!
