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Flavorful Peach Jalapeño Jam Recipe with Fresh Mint

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A sweet, spicy, and fresh peach jalapeño jam with a bright minty twist, perfect for summer and versatile for many uses.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups peeled and diced peaches (about 5–6 medium peaches)
  • 2–3 medium jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped (adjust heat by leaving seeds if desired)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint (spearmint or peppermint)
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 package fruit pectin (about 1.75 oz or 49 grams)
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to peel easily. Dice into roughly 1/2-inch pieces (about 10 minutes).
  2. Chop the jalapeños and mint finely, removing seeds from jalapeños if less heat is desired.
  3. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine diced peaches, sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to macerate.
  4. Dissolve fruit pectin in 1/2 cup cold water, stirring until smooth. Pour into the peach mixture and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in chopped jalapeños and mint. Continue boiling hard for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until jam thickens and coats the spoon.
  6. Test the jam by placing a small spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape, it is ready. If not, boil for another minute and test again.
  7. Ladle hot jam into sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids, and let cool completely on a towel-lined surface.
  8. Store in the refrigerator for immediate use or process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to seal for longer storage.

Notes

Blanch peaches for easy peeling. Keep a steady rolling boil to activate pectin and avoid burning. Stir constantly to prevent scorching. Test jam set with the wrinkle test on a chilled plate. Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat. Sterilize jars properly for safe storage. Let jam rest for a day or two to deepen flavors.

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Keywords: peach jam, jalapeño jam, fresh mint jam, summer jam, spicy jam, homemade jam, fruit preserves

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