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There’s nothing like the taste of homemade peach jam on a warm slice of toast. This easy peach jam recipe uses just three ingredients and skips the added pectin, letting the natural sweetness of ripe peaches shine. In about 35 minutes, you’ll have a golden, spoonable jam that tastes like peak summer. Whether you’re a canning newbie or a seasoned preserver, this small‑batch peach jam recipe is practically foolproof.
Breakfast
Easy
Easy Peach Jam Recipe
This simple peach jam recipe captures the pure taste of summer with just three ingredients and no pectin. Perfect for spreading on toast or swirling into yogurt.
Ingredients
4
💡 Chef Tip
To test if the jam is set, place a small plate in the freezer, then drop a spoonful of hot jam on it. If it wrinkles when pushed, it's ready.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving
Calories
127 kcal
Protein
0.5 g
Carbs
32 g
Fat
0.1 g
Fiber
1 g
Sugar
31 g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Instructions
1
Wash, peel, and pit the peaches, then dice them into small, even cubes.
2
Place the diced peaches, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Stir to combine and let them macerate for 10 minutes until the peaches release their juice.
3
Transfer the peach mixture to a 1-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium‑high heat, stirring frequently.
4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium‑low and continue to cook, stirring often to prevent sticking.
5
Let the jam simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until it thickens and reaches 220°F on a candy thermometer.
6
To test for doneness, place a small plate in the freezer for a minute, spoon a little jam onto it, and push with your finger. If it wrinkles, it's set.
7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the jam cool for 5 minutes.
8
Pour the jam into a clean jar or airtight container and let it cool completely before sealing.
9
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Thaw and drain them first, then use the same volume. Frozen peaches may release more liquid, so you might need to simmer a few extra minutes.
No. Peaches contain natural pectin, and the lemon juice helps activate it. Cooking the mixture down concentrates the pectin, creating a perfectly spreadable jam without adding commercial pectin.
The jam is ready when it reaches 220°F on a candy thermometer. Alternatively, use the plate test: place a chilled spoonful on a frozen plate; if it wrinkles and holds its shape when pushed, it's set.
Refrigerated jam keeps well for up to 2 weeks. If processed in a water bath canner, sealed jars can last up to 18 months in a cool, dark pantry.
Sugar acts as a preservative and helps the jam set. You can reduce it to ⅓ cup, but the jam may be looser and have a shorter fridge life. Taste and adjust as you cook.
The three simple ingredients for peach jam arranged in a top-down view.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✓ Only 3 ingredients
✓ No pectin needed
✓ Small‑batch and beginner‑friendly
✓ Captures true peach flavor
Equipment Needed
🧰 1-quart saucepan
🧰 wooden spoon
🧰 candy thermometer (optional)
🧰 clean glass jar or airtight container
Recipe Notes
- The recipe uses a lower sugar ratio for a fruity, less sweet jam. For a firmer set, cook a few minutes longer or add 1 teaspoon of pectin.
🧊 Storage Tips
Keep the jam in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For shelf‑stable storage, ladle into sterilized jars and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
⏰ Make Ahead Tips
This peach jam can be made a day ahead and chilled. The flavor deepens as it sits, making it a perfect make‑ahead breakfast spread.
🍴 Kitchen Picks
Helpful tools that make this recipe easier and more enjoyable.
Crock-Pot 7-Quart Manual Slow Cooker
Ideal for making slow cooker peach jam, a hands-off method that ensures even cooking and easy preparation.
Pyrex Essentials 3-Piece Glass Measuring Cup Set
Essential for accurately measuring sugar, pectin, and other ingredients for consistent jam results.
Cuisinart Chef’s Classic Stainless 1-Quart Saucepan
Perfect for small-batch stovetop peach jam, with even heat distribution and easy pouring.
Perfectly toasted bread topped with butter and silky peach jam.
📋 Recipe Summary
⏱️
35 Min
35 Min
👨🍳
Easy
Easy
🍽️
4 Servings
4 Servings
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127 kcal
127 kcal
- ✓ Only 3 ingredients
- ✓ No pectin needed
- ✓ Small‑batch and beginner‑friendly
- ✓ Captures true peach flavor
With this straightforward peach jam recipe, you can turn a basket of fresh peaches into a luscious spread that brightens any breakfast table. Spoon it onto biscuits, swirl it into oatmeal, or gift a jar to a friend. Once you taste homemade peach jam, you’ll never go back to store‑bought. For another fruit preserve, try our raspberry jam recipe next.
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