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Peach Butter

Homemade Peach Butter Delight: No Pectin, Just Pure Flavor

Experience the pure flavor of summer with homemade peach butter—a delightful treat that transforms peach harvests into a silky spread.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4-4 ½ lbs yellow-fleshed peaches Avoid white-fleshed peaches.
  • 1 cup water Helps break down peaches.
  • 4 cups sugar Adjust to taste; honey or maple syrup can also be used.
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice Enhances flavor and acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Optional for extra citrus flavor.
For Canning
  • sterilized mason jars Essential for preserving.
  • water bath canner Ensures safe sealing.

Equipment

  • Water Bath Canner
  • Mason jars
  • Blender

Method
 

Directions
  1. Start by preparing your water bath canner and sterilizing your mason jars to ensure your peach butter stays fresh and safe.
  2. Boil your peaches for 30-60 seconds and transfer them immediately into an ice water bath.
  3. Cut the blanched peaches in half, remove the pits, and chop them. Cook with water, lemon juice, and zest for about 20 minutes.
  4. Purée the cooked peaches until smooth.
  5. Return peach purée to the pot and stir in the sugar until it dissolves.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and cook until it thickens, around 30-45 minutes.
  7. Ladle the hot peach butter into prepared jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace.
  8. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gPotassium: 50mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.

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