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Easy Small-Batch Peach Vanilla Jam Recipe Perfect for Beginners

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A simple and forgiving small-batch peach vanilla jam recipe that is quick to make, uses basic ingredients, and delivers a deliciously fragrant and silky jam perfect for beginners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh peaches (about 4 medium peaches), peeled and diced
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract as substitute)
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by scoring the skin with a sharp knife, blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunging into ice water to make peeling easier. Dice peeled peaches into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and water. Stir gently to combine. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape out the seeds into the pot, and add the pod as well. (About 5 minutes)
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until peaches soften and mixture thickens, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  4. Test jam consistency by placing a small spoonful on a chilled plate. Let cool for a minute, then push with your finger. If it wrinkles and holds shape, jam is ready; if not, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes.
  5. Remove and discard the vanilla pod once desired thickness is reached.
  6. Pour hot jam into a clean jar or container and let cool to room temperature before sealing. Jam will thicken further as it cools. (About 30 minutes)

Notes

Blanch peaches to peel easily. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Use vanilla bean seeds and pod for best flavor. Test jam set with cold plate test. Adjust sugar to taste. For chunkier jam, mash peaches after cooking; for smoother jam, blend briefly.

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