How to make thick peach jam for the winter: simple recipes and storage

Peaches are often eaten fresh all summer long, without considering the amazing winter treat they offer: peach jam. This summery, sunny fruit is a delight for the whole family. This sweet delicacy goes well with butter, on sandwiches, or as a filling for homemade baked goods. Few can remain indifferent to this amber-colored, mouth-watering treat.

Specifics of making peach jam

Since peaches are quite sweet, you don't need much sugar to make jam. However, some recipes call for a large amount of sugar, which will thicken the jam faster. To achieve a sweet and tart flavor, peaches are combined with other ingredients or freshly squeezed lemon juice.

You can achieve an almond-flavored jam by adding ground peach pits. Cooking in an aluminum pan is convenient because the jam doesn't stick to the bottom, but it's not exactly healthy.

Preparing the main ingredient

The main component of jam must be peeled. This can be easily done by placing the fruit in hot water for a couple of minutes and then immediately cooling. Jam made from peeled peaches has a more delicate and pleasant consistency. You can also remove the skins by pressing the fruit through a sieve.

You should choose soft and juicy fruits.

Methods for making jam at home

There are countless recipes for making aromatic and healthy peach jam. However, they all share one thing in common: the simplicity of the process.

A simple recipe for the winter

Following this classic recipe, you can easily make thick and dense jam. Ingredients:

• 1.5 kilograms of peaches;
• 700 grams of sugar;
• lemon juice.

How to prepare: This recipe makes 1 liter. Prepare the main ingredient, cut into medium-sized pieces, and remove the pit. Place the fruit in a cooking container and cover with water. Boil the peaches for 15 minutes after boiling. Cool and strain through a fine sieve. Sprinkle the fruit with sugar and simmer for an hour. Meanwhile, sterilize the jars.

This treat can be stored year-round without refrigeration. The key is to store it in sterile, clean containers. The lids should also be steamed.

With apples

For a more refined and harmonious flavor, we recommend adding ripe, slightly tart apples. If you make jam according to this recipe, it will keep for quite a long time. Ingredients:

• 1 kilogram of peaches;
• 4 large apples;
• 800 grams of sugar.

How to prepare: Peel the peach using the method described above. Remove the pits and cut the pulp into medium-sized pieces. Wash, dry, and core the apples. Place the fruit in a saucepan, sprinkle with sugar, and let it steep to release the juices. Place the saucepan over low heat, bring to a boil, and simmer for half an hour. Use an immersion blender or food processor to puree the mixture. Cook again until thickened. Seal in a sterile container.

With lemon

A refined flavor can be achieved by making jam with freshly squeezed lemon juice and pulp. You can add more sugar if you prefer a sweeter treat. Ingredients:

• 2 kilograms of peaches;
• 2 lemons;
• 1 kilogram of sugar.

Directions: Add lemon juice to a liter of water. Place the peaches in a saucepan, then run them under cold water. This will make peeling the skins much easier. Process the peach pulp in a food processor or blender. Add the peach pulp to the saucepan with the lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat until the mixture has reduced by half. Add sugar and cook until thickened. Jar.

In a multicooker

Using kitchen appliances, the jam-making process is simplified several times over, while the taste remains the same. Ingredients:

• 1.5 kilograms of fruit;
• a glass of water;
• 800 grams of sugar.

Directions: Prepare the fruit, chop finely, and transfer to a jar. Sprinkle the fruit with sugar and add a glass of water. Set the jar to simmer for an hour and a half, stirring occasionally. Roll into containers.

With rosemary

Making jam using this recipe requires only two hours and a minimum of ingredients. Ingredients:

• 1 kilogram of fruit;
• 600 grams of sugar;
• lemon juice;
• a teaspoon of rosemary.

Directions: Prepare the peaches, remove the pits, and chop finely. Sprinkle with sugar, add lemon juice, and let steep. Transfer to the stovetop and simmer for 10 minutes. Add a dessert spoon of rosemary and simmer for another half hour. Pour the treat into sterilized jars.

With vanilla

A pleasant aroma and taste – this delicacy has vanilla added.

Ingredients:

• 1 kilogram of peaches;
• 500 grams of sugar;
• a packet of vanilla.

How to prepare: Prepare the fruit by peeling it. Sprinkle with sugar and let it sit for a while to release the juices. Place on the stove, bring to a boil, and simmer for half an hour. Add vanilla and seal in sterilized jars.

Peach pomace jam

Leftover ingredients can also be used to make a sweet treat. Ingredients:

• squeeze;
• 500 grams of sugar.

How to prepare: Place the mixture on the stove, add sugar, and bring to a boil. Simmer for at least 4 hours, stirring frequently. Roll the treat into sterile containers.

Storage

If crushed pits were added to peach jam, the almond treat should be consumed within six months—after that, it will become unsafe to eat. If properly sterilized and sealed, the jam can be stored anywhere for several months. Otherwise, the jam should be refrigerated and consumed within two months.