Description
This Peach Preserves recipe brings the sweetness of ripe peaches to your table. With simple ingredients like peaches, sugar, and lemon, it’s perfect for topping your breakfast or desserts. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, these preserves are a delightful way to enjoy summer’s bounty all year round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 peaches, diced into 2” cubes
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ½ lemon, zest
Instructions
- Combine the diced peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a large saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a rapid boil, then reduce heat and boil for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Use a wooden spoon to break down the peaches until the mixture thickens, checking if it sticks to the back of the spoon as an indicator of doneness.
- Carefully transfer the preserves into a large glass jar or several smaller jars, seal them, and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Ensure peaches are ripe for the best flavor.
Store the preserves in the refrigerator; they can last up to 2 months.
Use a clean spoon each time to avoid contamination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg