🍑 Homemade Peach Butter
Introduction
This creamy and naturally sweet Peach Butter is smooth, flavorful, and perfect for spreading on toast, pancakes, or biscuits. A simple way to capture the taste of summer in a jar! ☀️✨
Ingredients
- 3 lbs fresh peaches (peeled and sliced)
- 1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the peaches, then place them in a large pot.
- Add sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cook over medium heat until the peaches soften (about 15–20 minutes).
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
- Return to the pot and simmer on low heat, stirring frequently, until thickened (30–45 minutes).
- Pour the hot peach butter into sterilized jars and seal.
- Allow to cool, then store in the refrigerator.
Tips
- You can reduce or increase sugar depending on how sweet your peaches are.
- For a spiced version, add a pinch of cloves or ginger.
- Can be frozen or canned for longer storage.
Conclusion
This Peach Butter is silky, fruity, and delicious — a perfect homemade spread for breakfast or desserts. 🥰🍞