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Almond Flavored Peach Jam
This almond-flavored peach jam recipe is a delightful twist on traditional peach preserves. The natural sweetness of ripe peaches is enhanced with a touch of almond extract, creating a unique, aromatic spread that pairs perfectly with toast, biscuits, or yogurt. Once a common sight in homestead kitchens, fruit jams like this were a practical and delicious way to preserve summer's bounty. Its rich golden color and warm flavor make it a seasonal favorite and a heartfelt gift.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course condiments
Cuisine American
Servings 3 cups
Calories 199 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups peeled (finely chopped peaches)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 pkg powdered fruit pectin
  • ⅓-½ cups sugar
  • 1 tsp almond extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Combine Base Ingredients

  • Stir together chopped peaches and lemon juice in a large saucepan.

Step 2: Boil

  • Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 3: Simmer

  • Reduce heat and stir constantly. Cook rapidly for about 15 minutes, or until peaches are soft and juicy.

Step 4: Add Sugar and Pectin

  • Stir in powdered fruit pectin and sugar. Continue stirring and bring back to a boil.

Step 5: Cook Until Thickened

  • Boil for 15 minutes or until the mixture thickens.

Step 6: Finish and Store

  • Add almond extract, stir well, then remove from heat. Fill containers, cover, cool, and refrigerate or can as desired.

Tips

  • Use very ripe peaches for best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm, spiced variation.
  • Replace almond extract with vanilla or leave extract out for classic peach jam.
  • Blend half the peaches for a smoother texture.
  • Add chopped toasted almonds for a crunchy mix-in (not shelf-stable for canning).
  • If using low-sugar pectin, reduce sugar as directed on the pectin package.
  • Freeze the jam instead of canning for an easier storage method.
  • Add 1–2 Tbsp bourbon for a boozy flavor twist.
  • Mix with apricots for a peach-apricot hybrid jam.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 491mgPotassium: 610mgFiber: 5gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 375IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 4mg
Keyword canning, fruit spread, heirloom, homemade jam, peach, preserves, summer cooking, vintage recipe
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