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Homemade Southern-Style Fresh Peach Jam Recipe with Cinnamon and Lemon

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A simple and forgiving Southern-style fresh peach jam with cinnamon and lemon, perfect for beginners. This jam balances sweet, tart, and warm spice flavors, ideal for breakfast spreads or gifting during peach season.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped (about 1 kg)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 large cinnamon stick (or 2 small sticks)
  • ½ cup water
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon pectin

Instructions

  1. Rinse about 4 cups of fresh peaches. Score a small “X” on the bottom of each peach and blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to ice water. Peel off skins, pit, and chop peaches into roughly ½-inch pieces.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine chopped peaches, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and ½ cup water. Add the cinnamon stick and stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring every few minutes, for about 40-50 minutes until peaches break down and mixture thickens.
  4. Test the jam consistency by placing a small spoonful on a chilled plate. Let cool for a minute, then run your finger through it. If it wrinkles and doesn’t flood back, the jam is ready; if too runny, cook longer.
  5. Remove the cinnamon stick once the jam has thickened to your liking.
  6. Ladle the hot jam into sterilized glass jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids.
  7. Let jars cool to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator. Jam will keep fresh for up to two weeks refrigerated.

Notes

Use ripe, fragrant peaches for best flavor and texture. Blanch peaches to peel easily. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. Lemon juice is essential for brightness and color preservation. Optional pectin can be added for a firmer set. Jam can be stored refrigerated for up to two weeks or frozen for up to six months. For longer storage, consider water bath canning.

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Keywords: peach jam, homemade jam, Southern style, cinnamon, lemon, fresh peaches, beginner recipe, summer recipe, vegan jam, gluten-free jam

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