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How to Make Peach Butter
- 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.
- Finely chop the peeled and pitted peaches. You should have approximately 6 cups of chopped peaches.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the 6 cups of chopped peaches with 6 cups of granulated sugar.
- Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves. (Adjust spices to your preference).
- 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).
- 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).
- 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