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Easy No-Cook Peach Freezer Jam Recipe Perfect for Beginners and Quick Prep

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A quick and simple no-cook peach freezer jam recipe that requires no stove time and minimal ingredients, perfect for beginners and preserving fresh summer peaches.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and mashed (about 6–7 medium peaches)
  • 3 cups granulated sugar (can reduce slightly for less sweetness)
  • 1.75 ounces powdered fruit pectin (Sure-Jell brand recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, to reduce foaming)

Instructions

  1. Wash, peel, and pit about 4 cups of peaches. Peel by blanching peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water. Mash peaches with a potato masher or fork, leaving some chunks for texture (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups granulated sugar with 1.75 ounces powdered fruit pectin. Stir until well blended (about 3 minutes).
  3. Add 1/4 cup water to the sugar-pectin mixture and stir to dissolve. If using butter, melt 1 tablespoon in a small saucepan and add it here to reduce foam (about 2 minutes).
  4. Gradually stir the dissolved pectin mixture into the mashed peaches. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and mix gently to avoid breaking down peach chunks (about 5 minutes). The mixture will start to thicken slightly.
  5. Immediately spoon the jam into clean, wide-mouth jars or freezer-safe containers, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Seal tightly and label with the date (about 5 minutes).
  6. Place containers in the freezer. After 24 hours, transfer to the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or keep frozen for up to 1 year. The jam will continue to thicken as it chills.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture. Blanch peaches to easily remove skins. Dissolve pectin in water before mixing with peaches to prevent clumping. Fill containers immediately after mixing to capture best texture. Skim foam off the top if desired. Label containers with date. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. Butter reduces foam but can be substituted with coconut oil for dairy-free option.

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