Description
Learn how to make delicious peach butter at home with fresh peaches, sugar, and warming spices. This easy stovetop recipe results in a flavorful spread perfect for toast, pancakes, and more.
Ingredients
Peach Butter:
- 4 lbs ripe peaches (peeled, pitted, and chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cook Peaches: Place the chopped peaches in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook for 10–15 minutes until they break down.
- Puree: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Thicken: Cook until the mixture thickens and darkens. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Cool and Store: Let the peach butter cool before transferring to jars for refrigeration or freezing.
Notes
- For a smoother consistency, strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- This peach butter is versatile and pairs well with toast, pancakes, yogurt, or ice cream.
