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Easy Small Batch Honey Lavender Peach Jam Recipe No Pectin Perfect for Beginners

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A simple, beginner-friendly small batch honey lavender peach jam recipe that requires no pectin and delivers a delicate floral flavor with natural sweetness. Perfect for fresh homemade jam without complicated steps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped
  • ⅓ cup honey (raw wildflower honey preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by blanching: score a small ‘X’ at the bottom of each peach, drop into boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath. Peel skins off and chop peaches into ½ inch pieces.
  2. In a medium nonstick saucepan, combine chopped peaches, honey, lemon juice, lavender, and water. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Stir frequently to prevent scorching. Simmer for 25-30 minutes until jam thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Test thickness by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it is ready.
  4. Optional: Strain the jam through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove lavender bits for a smoother texture.
  5. Ladle hot jam into sterilized glass jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Seal with lids and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate to thicken further.

Notes

Use ripe, juicy peaches for best flavor and natural sweetness. Blanch peaches to easily peel skins. Stir often during simmering to prevent burning. Test jam thickness with the chilled plate method. If jam is too thick, thin with a splash of water. For vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Avoid using lavender not labeled food-grade. Store jam refrigerated up to three weeks. Jam flavor improves after a couple of days in fridge.

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