Blueberry Peach Lemon Jam
Delightful Blueberry Peach Lemon Jam perfect for spreading on toast or topping yogurt, capturing the essence of summer in every jar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- Juice of 2 lemons (about ½ cup)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet fruit pectin (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the peaches and blueberries. Peel and chop the peaches into bite-sized pieces, discarding the pits. Gently rinse blueberries under cold water.
- Combine the chopped peaches and blueberries with lemon juice and sugar in a large bowl. Toss until the fruit is coated and let sit for 15-30 minutes.
- Pour the macerated fruit into a large pot over medium heat. Stir to dissolve sugar. Once bubbling, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Check the consistency by dropping a spoonful onto a plate. Let sit, then run your finger through it; if it holds shape, it’s ready.
- Sterilize your canning jars and lids in boiling water for about 10 minutes while the jam is cooking.
- Fill the jars with the jam, leaving about ¼ inch at the top. Wipe the rim for a good seal.
- Top with sterilized lids and optionally process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes, or cool completely before refrigerating.
Notes
For a firmer set, consider adding fruit pectin. You can experiment with spices or other berries for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: jam, blueberry, peach, lemon, summer, preserves, fruit spread