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Classic Old Fashioned Peach Preserves with Cinnamon

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A warm, comforting homemade peach preserves recipe infused with cinnamon, capturing the nostalgic flavors of summer with simple ingredients and slow simmering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by scoring a small ‘X’ on the bottom of each peach, blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transferring immediately to ice water. Peel, pit, and chop into roughly 1/2-inch chunks.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine the chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently and let sit for 30 minutes to macerate.
  3. Stir in the ground cinnamon, cinnamon sticks, and water. Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 to 40 minutes until peaches soften and liquid thickens. Gently mash some fruit for thicker preserves but keep chunks intact.
  5. Test the consistency by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape without running, it is done. If not, continue simmering and test every 5 minutes.
  6. Remove cinnamon sticks and ladle hot preserves into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal tightly, and let cool to room temperature.
  7. Store jars in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath canner for longer shelf life.

Notes

Use ripe but firm peaches for best texture. Macerate peaches with sugar and lemon juice before cooking to develop natural syrup. Stir gently to keep fruit chunks intact. Test set with the wrinkle test on a chilled plate. For longer storage, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes following safe canning guidelines. Frozen peaches can be used with slightly reduced cooking time.

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