Peach Butter Recipe

Dive into a taste of nostalgia with this vintage Peach Butter recipe, originally from the 1947 Chicago Culinary Arts Institute! This old-fashioned preserve is bursting with the sweet, sun-ripened flavor of peaches, perfectly balanced with warming spices. While the original recipe has a charmingly retro feel, we've updated the instructions for modern canning safety. Get ready to savor the rich, smooth texture and irresistible taste of homemade peach butter – perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or enjoying straight from the jar!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 165 mins
Calories 154.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peach Butter

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How to Make Peach Butter

  1. Scald 4 pounds ripe peaches in boiling water for 1 minute. Immediately transfer to an ice bath. Once cool enough to handle, peel and pit the peaches.
  2. Finely chop the peeled and pitted peaches. You should have approximately 6 cups of chopped peaches.
  3. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 6 cups of chopped peaches with 6 cups of granulated sugar.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. (Adjust spices to your preference).
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for approximately 2 1/2 hours, or until the mixture has thickened considerably and reaches setting point (220°F on a candy thermometer).
  6. Remove from heat and carefully ladle the hot peach butter into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe the rims clean, place lids and rings on jars, and process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude – consult the NCHFP website for accurate guidelines).
  7. Let jars cool completely. You should hear a satisfying ‘pop’ sound as the jars seal. Store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

155g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g