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Delicious Homemade Peach Jam with Vanilla Bean

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A simple and flavorful peach jam recipe enhanced with the subtle warmth of vanilla bean, perfect for capturing the essence of summer in a jar.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 1/4 cup water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by washing and peeling them. Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to loosen skin. Pit and chop into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 cups).
  2. Combine chopped peaches, sugar, lemon juice, scraped vanilla bean seeds, and the pod in a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Add 1/4 cup water if peaches seem dry.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves and peaches release juices, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 20–25 minutes until jam thickens and peaches soften.
  5. Test jam consistency by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape, it is ready.
  6. Remove and discard the vanilla bean pod. Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal tightly.
  7. Let jars cool to room temperature. Store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes for longer preservation.

Notes

Blanch peaches for easy peeling. Stir frequently to prevent burning and preserve vanilla flavor. Use the cold plate test to check jam set. Lemon juice helps jam set and brightens flavor. Vanilla bean pod should be removed before jarring. For longer storage, process jars in boiling water bath. Variations include adding cinnamon, ginger, or mixing fruits. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained.

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