There’s nothing quite like opening a jar of homemade canned peaches and tasting the sweetness of summer, even in the middle of winter. Preserved in a delicate light syrup, these tender peaches retain their natural flavor, vibrant color, and juicy texture, making them a wonderful addition to your pantry.
Home-canned peaches are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed straight from the jar or used in countless recipes. Serve them over yogurt or oatmeal for breakfast, spoon them onto pancakes or waffles, bake them into pies and cobblers, or simply enjoy them as a refreshing snack.
Using a light syrup allows the fresh peach flavor to shine without being overly sweet. A touch of bottled lemon juice helps preserve the fruit’s beautiful color while providing the proper acidity recommended for safe home canning.
Whether you’re preserving peaches from your own orchard or taking advantage of peak-season fruit at the farmers market, this easy recipe lets you enjoy the taste of ripe, sun-ripened peaches throughout the year. After a few weeks in the pantry, the fruit becomes even more flavorful as it absorbs the lightly sweetened syrup.
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Servings: About 7 quart jars
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients :
- 17–20 pounds ripe but firm peaches
- 8 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup bottled lemon juice
Instructions:
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