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Easy Small Batch Peach-Vanilla Bean Freezer Jam

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A quick and simple small batch peach-vanilla bean freezer jam recipe that captures fresh summer flavors with minimal fuss and no canning required.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.75 oz powdered fruit pectin (Sure-Jell recommended)
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by blanching in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to peel easily. Pit and chop into small pieces (about 2 cups).
  2. Mash the chopped peaches in a medium bowl using a potato masher or fork to desired consistency.
  3. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both seeds and pod to the peaches for infusion.
  4. In a separate small bowl, stir the powdered pectin into 1/4 cup cold water until fully dissolved.
  5. Add granulated sugar and fresh lemon juice to the mashed peaches and stir until sugar dissolves completely.
  6. Pour the pectin-water mixture into the peach mixture and stir vigorously for 3 minutes to activate the gelling agents.
  7. Optionally, remove the vanilla bean pod after mixing to avoid chewiness.
  8. Spoon the jam into clean half-pint jars or freezer-safe containers, leaving about 1/2 inch headspace. Seal tightly and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  9. Store the jam in the freezer for up to one year or refrigerate if using within three weeks.

Notes

If jam is too runny after chilling, let it sit overnight in the fridge. Stir occasionally during the first 15 minutes of setting to keep vanilla evenly distributed. Vanilla extract can substitute the bean but add after pectin step. Use organic cane sugar for vegan version. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained well.

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