This homemade peach spread offers a wonderful balance of sweet fruit and warm spices. By infusing the cooking liquid with peach peels, pits, and allspice berries, you extract deep, complex flavors that a simple syrup cannot match. The result is a rich, aromatic spread that highlights the natural taste of summer peaches. It’s an excellent addition to your pantry for quick breakfasts, adding flavor to yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes. You can also enjoy it as a topping for cheesecake or ice cream. The allspice adds a subtle kick that elevates the dish beyond a standard jam. Whether you are preserving the harvest of the season or looking for a unique gift idea, this recipe delivers consistent, delicious results every time.
Peach Spread
Description
This homemade peach spread offers a wonderful balance of sweet fruit and warm spices. By infusing the cooking liquid with peach peels, pits, and allspice berries, you extract deep, complex flavors that a simple syrup cannot match. The result is a rich, aromatic spread that highlights the natural taste of summer peaches. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent addition to your pantry for quick breakfasts, adding flavor to yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes. You can also enjoy it as a topping for cheesecake or ice cream. The allspice adds a subtle kick that elevates the dish beyond a standard jam. Whether you are preserving the harvest of the season or looking for a unique gift idea, this recipe delivers consistent, delicious results every time.Ingredients
Directions
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Peel and pit the peaches, reserving the peels and pits.
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Cut the peeled peaches into chunks and place them in a mixing bowl.
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Stir the ascorbic acid color keeper into the cut peaches in the bowl and set aside.
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Place the reserved peach peels and pits into a saucepan.
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Add the water and allspice berries to the saucepan with the peels and pits.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the liquid reduces to approximately 1/2 cup.
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Strain the liquid, discarding the peels, pits, and allspice berries.
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Return the reduced flavored liquid to the saucepan and stir in the prepared peaches.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and cook over medium heat for 35 minutes, stirring and mashing occasionally.
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Remove from heat and mash well or puree to your desired consistency.
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Ladle the hot spread into clean, hot jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace at the top.
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Wipe the jar rims clean with a damp cloth.
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Seal the jars with lids and bands.
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Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 25
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 88.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.7g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 22.7g8%
- Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
- Sugars 19.1g
- Protein 2.0g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store sealed jars in a cool, dark, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate.
Refrigeration/Freezer Option: If you do not wish to use the boiling water bath canning method, you may store the spread in the refrigerator for up to one month or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Sweetening: This spread is naturally sweet from the peaches. If desired, you may sweeten it after cooking with aspartame or liquid artificial sweetener, though the authors recommend tasting it first as the natural fruit flavor is often sufficient.
Yield: This recipe makes about 1 2/3 cups of spread.
Serving Suggestion: Enjoy as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, or as a spread on toast.
