Easy Spicy Peach Jalapeño Refrigerator Jam
A quick and easy homemade jam combining sweet peaches with a spicy jalapeño kick, ready in just five minutes without any canning required.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: About 1.5 cups (approximately 8 servings of 2 tablespoons each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
- 1–2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (seeds removed for milder heat)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and dice about 4 cups of peaches (about 4-5 medium peaches).
- Finely dice 1-2 jalapeños, removing seeds if preferred for less heat.
- In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches, chopped jalapeños, sugar, lemon juice, and salt. Stir gently.
- Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Cook for 5-7 minutes until peaches break down and mixture thickens slightly.
- If using, stir in vanilla extract after removing from heat.
- Let the jam cool for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to clean glass jars or airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
If jam seems too runny initially, it will thicken after chilling. For thicker jam, cook a bit longer but watch closely to prevent burning. Handle jalapeños carefully to avoid skin irritation. Use gloves if possible. Frozen peaches can be used if fresh are unavailable; thaw and drain excess liquid before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13
- Carbohydrates: 15
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