Instant Pot Peach Jam Recipe

This Instant Pot Peach Jam is an easy and quick recipe, which is made with fresh peaches and honey. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 30 minutes.

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Instant Pot Peach Jam Ingredients

2.5 pounds fresh (very ripe) peaches (6.5 cups, pitted and chopped)
½ cup honey (more up to 1 cup, if desired)
1 lemon, juiced (about ¼ cup juice)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

How To Make Instant Pot Peach Jam

Pressure cook the peaches: Add the chopped peaches, lemon juice, and honey to the Instant Pot. Set the valve to “sealing” and start the pressure cooker in manual mode for 1 minute at high pressure.
Thicken the jam: Once the cycle is complete, let the pressure release naturally. Carefully open the lid. Switch the Instant Pot to “sauté” mode on the “less” setting. Let the mixture simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated and the jam has thickened.
Finish and store: Turn off the Instant Pot and stir in the vanilla extract. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can use an immersion blender directly in the pot. Otherwise, leave it chunky. Store the jam in clean jars in the refrigerator.

Recipe Tips

Can I use frozen peaches for jam? Yes. Because frozen fruit contains more water, you may need to increase the sauté time by 3-5 minutes to allow the extra liquid to evaporate and the jam to thicken properly.
How long does this refrigerator jam last? When stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, this jam will last for about one week. For longer storage, it is best to freeze it.
Can I store this jam on the shelf? No. This is a quick refrigerator/freezer jam and has not been tested to be shelf-stable. It must be kept refrigerated or frozen for safety.
How do I get a smoother jam? After the jam has thickened, you can use an immersion blender directly in the Instant Pot to blend it to a smooth consistency. If you don’t have one, you can carefully transfer the cooled jam to a regular blender.

What To Serve With Peach Jam

This sweet and fruity jam is a wonderful topping for many breakfast items and desserts.

Spread on hot, buttered toast, biscuits, or English muffins
Swirled into plain yogurt or oatmeal
As a topping for vanilla ice cream or cheesecake
Served with warm scones and clotted cream

How To Store Peach Jam

Refrigerate: When stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, this jam will last for about one week.
Freeze: This easy freezer jam will keep for at least 6 months. Make sure to leave some space at the top of the jar as the jam will expand as it freezes. Thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before you’re ready to eat it.

Peach Jam Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 25kcal

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Do I need to peel the peaches?

It’s a matter of personal preference. For a smoother, more traditional jam, it’s best to peel the peaches first. If you don’t mind the texture of the skins, you can leave them on for extra fiber.

Why is my jam runny?

This usually means it just needs to be cooked for a little longer on the “sauté” setting. Simmering allows the excess liquid to evaporate and the natural pectins in the fruit to help it set. Remember, it will also thicken significantly as it cools.

Can I use a different sweetener?

Yes. If you don’t want to use honey, you could use an equal amount of pure maple syrup or granulated sugar.

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