Description

Homemade Canned Peach Pie Filling is a delightful preserve that captures the essence of summer peaches, making it a must-have addition to your pantry. This sweet and spiced filling is incredibly versatile, perfect for classic peach pies, cobblers, or as a topping on ice cream. With its thick, silky texture and vibrant flavor, every jar encapsulates the juicy goodness of fresh peaches. Utilizing a simple water bath canning method ensures you can enjoy this treat throughout the year. Easy to make and long-lasting, this recipe is ideal for both novice and experienced canners alike.

Ingredients

Scale

6 quarts fresh peaches (peeled, pitted, and sliced)
7 cups granulated sugar
2 cups cold water
1¾ cups Clear Jel (cook-type)
5¼ cups peach juice or bottled water
½ cup bottled lemon juice
Optional: 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
Optional: ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

Sterilize 4–5 quart-size canning jars and keep warm.
Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30–60 seconds; then transfer to an ice bath. Peel, pit, and slice.
Boil peach slices for about 1 minute; drain well.
In a large pot, mix sugar and Clear Jel. Gradually stir in cold water and peach juice; cook over medium-high heat until thickened.
Add lemon juice and spices; boil for an additional minute.
Gently fold in peach slices and return to a boil while stirring.
Ladle into prepared jars with about an inch of headspace; seal with lids.
Process in a boiling water bath for about 30 minutes; adjust for altitude if necessary.
Cool jars undisturbed for 12–24 hours before checking seals.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Canning
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 56g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Choose ripe peaches for maximum sweetness. Ensure proper sterilization of jars to prevent spoilage. Feel free to adjust spices according to your taste preferences.