Description
Freezer Peach Jam is a quick, no-cook jam that captures the fresh, sweet flavor of peaches without the hassle of canning. Perfect for spreading or as a topping.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and mashed (about 5–6 medium peaches)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 box (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (such as Sure-Jell or Ball Pectin)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Peel, pit, and mash the peaches to your desired consistency, leaving small chunks if you prefer a chunkier jam.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed peaches with granulated sugar and lemon juice, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the fruit pectin to the peach mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
- Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the pectin to activate and thicken.
- Check the consistency by dropping a small amount onto a spoon. If it’s thickened to your liking, pour into clean freezer-safe containers, leaving 1/2 inch of space at the top for expansion. If the jam is too runny, add more pectin as per package instructions.
- Cover the containers and place in the freezer. Store for up to 6 months. For immediate use, refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
- When ready to use, thaw the jam in the refrigerator overnight and enjoy!
Notes
For a spiced flavor, add cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the jam mixture.Mix with other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries for a mixed fruit jam.For a lower-sugar version, reduce the sugar to 1 1/2 cups or use a sugar substitute like stevia or honey (make sure your pectin is compatible with the sweetener).Adding a splash of vanilla extract will give the jam a creamy, aromatic flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
