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Peach Jam with Sure-Jell

Peach Jam with Sure-Jell – Taste Summer in Every Spoonful

This Peach Jam with Sure-Jell captures summer's essence with minimal ingredients and a delightful taste.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jam
  • 3 pounds Peaches Fresh and ripe
  • 5.5 cups Sugar No substitutions for perfect results
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh preferred for maximum zing
  • 1 package Sure-Jell Fruit Pectin Crucial for proper thickening
  • 0.5 teaspoon Butter Optional to reduce foaming

Equipment

  • Mason Jars
  • large pot
  • ladle
  • Boiling water canner
  • Mixing spoon
  • Ice water bath

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peach Jam with Sure-Jell
  1. Wash mason jars and keep warm in the oven at 200°F. Boil the lids for 5 minutes to sterilize.
  2. Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30-60 seconds, then transfer to an ice water bath.
  3. Peel and chop peaches to yield about 4 cups of prepared fruit.
  4. Combine chopped peaches, lemon juice, and Sure-Jell in a pot and bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Stir in all sugar at once, boil hard for 1 minute.
  6. Fill warm jars with hot jam, leaving ¼ inch of headspace, and process in boiling water for 10 minutes.
  7. Cool jars undisturbed for 12-24 hours, then check seals and store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 13gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Do not double recipes at once to avoid runny jam.

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