Homemade Slow Cooker Peach Butter: Easy 3-Ingredient Recipe
This homemade slow cooker peach butter is made with just 3 ingredients and is completely hands-off. It’s perfect for using up ripe peaches and can be canned or frozen for year-round enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-13 hours
- Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes to 13 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 half-pint jars 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds peaches (about 8–10 medium), ripe but firm
- 1 to 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash peaches thoroughly. Cut each in half, remove pit, and slice into quarters. Skins can be left on or peeled if desired.
- Add peach quarters to a 5-6 quart slow cooker. Sprinkle sugar evenly over top, then add vanilla extract, lemon juice (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir gently to coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours. Stir halfway through.
- After 8 hours, use an immersion blender to puree the peaches until smooth. If using a regular blender, let cool 15 minutes first, then blend in batches.
- Cook UNCOVERED on LOW for another 2 to 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes, until thickened to a spreadable consistency.
- Test for doneness by spooning a small amount onto a cold plate. If no liquid separates around the edges, it’s done.
- Ladle hot peach butter into clean, warm mason jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Wipe rims, screw on lids, and let cool to room temperature. Jars will seal as they cool.
Notes
Don’t skip the salt—it enhances flavor. Low and slow is essential; do not cook on HIGH. Stir from the bottom during uncovered phase to prevent burning. Let cool before tasting to judge thickness accurately. Flavor improves after a day or two in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 1
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 1
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