Description
These homemade peach preserves capture the essence of summer with their sweet, irresistible flavor. Made with fresh peaches and a touch of lemon, this simple recipe yields a delicious treat that enhances breakfast, dessert, or your favorite snack. Enjoy this delightful, easy-to-make spread any time of the year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 peaches, diced into 2” cubes
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ½ lemon, zest
Instructions
- Combine dined peaches, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a large saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a rapid boil; boil for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally and using a wooden spoon to break down the peaches. Cook until the mixture thickens and peaches stick to the back of a spoon.
- Transfer the preserves to a large glass jar or several smaller jars, seal tightly, and refrigerate. Lasts up to 2 months.
Notes
Ensure peaches are ripe for the best flavor.
These preserves can also be used on toast, pancakes, or desserts.
Adjust sugar to taste based on the sweetness of the peaches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg