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Homemade Small Batch Peach Jam with Vanilla Bean

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A simple and delicious small batch peach jam infused with warm vanilla bean, perfect for beginners and made without pectin or preservatives.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900 grams) fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by scoring an ‘X’ at the bottom and blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to peel easily. Pit and chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
  2. Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Set seeds and pod aside.
  3. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine peaches, sugar, lemon juice, water, vanilla seeds, and vanilla pod. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles.
  4. Lower heat to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 25-30 minutes until jam thickens and peaches break down. For chunkier jam, simmer less; for smoother jam, mash gently partway through cooking.
  5. Test doneness by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and thickens as it cools, the jam is ready. If not, simmer a few more minutes and test again.
  6. Remove and discard the vanilla pod. Spoon hot jam into clean jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Let cool to room temperature before sealing.

Notes

Blanch peaches to peel easily. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. Use the spoon test on a chilled plate to check jam setting. Vanilla pod can be dried and used for homemade vanilla sugar. For low-sugar or vegan variations, substitute sugar with natural sweeteners but adjust cooking time accordingly. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. Store jam in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks after opening or freeze for up to 6 months.

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