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Fresh Homemade Peach Jam Recipe with Vanilla Bean

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A quick and easy small batch peach jam infused with real vanilla bean, perfect for last-minute gatherings or breakfast treats. This jam captures the bright flavor of summer peaches with a cozy vanilla twist.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium ripe peaches (about 2 pounds / 900 grams), peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 vanilla bean pod, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Wash peaches under cold water. Score a small “X” on the bottom of each peach.
  2. Bring a pot of water to boil and prepare an ice bath.
  3. Drop peaches into boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer immediately to ice bath.
  4. Peel off skins, pit, and chop peaches into roughly 1/2-inch pieces (about 15 minutes).
  5. Slice the vanilla bean pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Set seeds and pod aside.
  6. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine chopped peaches, sugar, lemon juice, water, vanilla seeds, and the pod.
  7. Place saucepan over medium heat and stir gently but continuously until sugar dissolves and peaches begin to break down.
  8. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and peaches are translucent.
  9. Test thickness by placing a small spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape, jam is ready. If not, simmer a few more minutes and test again.
  10. Remove and discard the vanilla pod.
  11. Spoon hot jam into clean glass jars. Let cool to room temperature uncovered, then seal and refrigerate.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture. Blanch peaches to peel easily. Stir gently and often to prevent burning. Test jam thickness early and often. For less sweet jam, reduce sugar by 1/4 cup. Vanilla extract can substitute fresh vanilla bean but with less aroma. Store jam in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 3 months.

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