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Homemade Canning Peaches Recipe Easy 5 Steps for Juicy Sweet Preservation

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A straightforward and reliable recipe for canning peaches that preserves their sweet, juicy flavor for months. Perfect for gifting, storage, and enjoying summer’s best fruit all year round.

Ingredients

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  • 5 pounds fresh peaches, ripe but firm
  • 2 cups granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh or bottled
  • 6 pint-sized Ball canning jars (16 oz / 473 ml) with lids and bands, sterilized
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon canning salt
  • Optional: honey to substitute part or all of the sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Peaches (20 minutes): Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Score a small “X” at the bottom of each peach. Drop peaches into boiling water for 30-60 seconds until the skin loosens. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water. The skins should slip off with gentle rubbing.
  2. Slice and Pit (15 minutes): Halve the peeled peaches and remove the pits. Slice each half into 3-4 wedges depending on size. Place sliced peaches into a large bowl and toss gently with 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. Make the Syrup (10 minutes): In a saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar, 4 cups water, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to keep warm (not boiling) while filling jars.
  4. Fill the Jars (15 minutes): Using a funnel, pack peach slices into sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Pour hot syrup over peaches, keeping 1/2 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles by gently tapping jars or running a non-metallic spatula around inside edges. Wipe rims clean with a damp cloth.
  5. Seal and Process (30 minutes): Place sterilized lids on jars and screw bands fingertip tight. Place jars in boiling water bath with at least 1 inch of water covering them. Process for 25 minutes (adjust for altitude if needed). Carefully remove jars and let cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours until seals form.

Notes

If syrup cools during filling, gently reheat to prevent jar cracking or poor fruit texture. Wipe jar rims thoroughly to ensure good seal. Use firm peaches to avoid mushy texture. Adjust processing time to 35 minutes if using frozen peaches. For low sugar, reduce sugar or substitute honey but refrigerate and consume quickly.

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