Blueberry Peach Jam
Blueberry peach jam is a simple homemade jam that combines some of the best fruits of summer in a jar!
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped peaches about 4 lbs
- 4 cups blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup water
- 5 ½ cups sugar
- See notes for optional spices
Instructions
- If canning, prepare a waterbath canner, jars and lids before beginning.
- Prepare peaches (peel, pit, chop) and blueberries (wash or thaw).
- In a large pot, combine peaches, blueberries, lemon juice, and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add sugar and salt, stirring to dissolve. Add spices in a cheesecloth bag (optional).
- Boil rapidly, stirring constantly, until the jam thickens (9°F above the boiling point of water, or 220°F).
- Ladle hot jam into sterilized jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Wipe rims and seal with lids.
- Process in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes, or 15 minutes if above 6,000 feet in elevation.
- Let cool, check seals, and store in a cool, dark place.
Notes
The spices (cinnamon, cloves, and allspice) are entirely optional. If you prefer a straightforward fruit jam without the warm notes, simply omit them.
Here are the suggested quantities if you do choose to use them:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 stick cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon whole cloves
- ¼ teaspoon whole allspice