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Raspberry Peach Freezer Jam is the perfect thing when fresh peaches are ripe and sweet. Add some fresh raspberries and you have delicious jam all year long.
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Raspberry peach freezer jam is the perfect thing to make this time of year when fresh peaches are ripe and sweet. I am a big fan of the raspberry and peach combination, the raspberries add a perfect amount of tartness to the sweet peach flavor. You have to be careful to use fewer raspberries than peaches though because their flavor will overpower if used in equal amounts.
Homemade jam is the perfect way to dress up a slice of toast, a peanut butter sandwich, a fancy croissant, and so many more things. I love that I can make a big batch of this and it will stay good in the freezer for an entire year until it’s time to make a new batch!
Raspberry Peach Freezer Jam Ingredients
Fresh peaches and raspberries are a MUST! This homemade freezer jam is just what any fruit-loving person needs. This jam is simple to make and creates the best freezer jam kids to adults love to enjoy!
- Peaches – Clean and slice the peaches into small pieces. You will want to find fresh ripe peaches that are just enough juice but not too much that the jam is too liquidy. They will be mushed until smooth.
- Raspberries – Fresh fruit is best! Wash and pat dry the raspberries before mashing them. Raspberries are softer compared to peaches and can be mashed easily.
- Lemon juice – Fresh lemon juice is key in this freezer jam recipe. It will help keep the consistency as well as how long it will stay fresh.
- Sugar – This balances out all the flavors and reduces the tart taste that some fruits have.
- Fruit pectin – Helps thicken the jam and creates that jam bond that forms together while resting.
- Light corn syrup – This will help replace some of the sugar from the jam. Using corn syrup instead helps reduce the amount of sugar that is being used.
- Almond extract – Added for extra flavoring!
How to Make Raspberry Peach Jam
Be sure to follow the recipe exactly, using the wrong amount of sugar or skipping the lemon juice will result in bad consistency and how long it will stay fresh. The fruit mixture is the perfect combination of sweet and savory with a little tart bite.
- Prepare – Peel and cut peaches, then pulse in a food processor or mash by hand. Do not over-mix, you still want small pieces of fruit in the jam. Pour peaches into a large bowl.
- Mash – Lightly mash the raspberries by hand and stir them into the peaches. Stir in the lemon juice.
- Thicken – Gradually powder the top with pectin, then stir it in, then powder with pectin, then stir it in. Repeat this process until all the pectin is completely stirred in. This will keep it from clumping together.
- Stir – Very slowly stir in the sugar, while stirring constantly. This is much easier if you have someone help you.
- Dissolve – Once the sugar seems to be totally dissolved and no longer grainy, stir in the almond extract and corn syrup (this keeps the jam from crystalizing when frozen).
- Pour – Pour into a small freezer-safe container, leaving about half an inch from the top for expansion.
- Storing – Let the containers sit at room temperature for 24 HOURS to set. After that, you can put them in the fridge or freezer.
“I love the combo of raspberry and peach! This homemade freezer jam tasted great on homemade bread with some butter 🙂”
-Emily
Tips for the Best Fruit Jam
This raspberry peach jam is going to take over your refrigerator and freezer leaving you to never have to buy jam again! It is tasty and full of flavor in every bite. Follow these quick tips to help you make the best fruit jam!
- Storing – Make sure that your jars or containers have tight-fitting lids when storing them in the refrigerator or freezer. You also want to have clean jars before adding the jam to them.
- Blender – Use a blender to break down the peaches and mash them to be smooth.
- Serving – Try this jam over top ice cream for a delicious dessert or enjoy it for breakfast with your waffles, pancakes, or french toast! Even add a bit to smoothies to give them an extra kick!
- Timer – Set a timer to watch for the jam to boil, set up, and store. Freezer jam is simple to make but does take extra hands and make sure the timing is just right.
Frequently Asked Questions
If there is not enough fruit pectin in the mixture the jam may be a bit runny. It also could be if the fruit is overripe the pectin levels are lower compared to ripe fruit. Use either powder or liquid pectin to help thicken the jam.
When using fresh fruit like peaches, the juices can make it hard to set up because they are too juicy. If this is the case, simply add another package of pectin to help thicken the jam. Add as little or as much as needed. The jam will thicken as it is resting too.
If your jam did not thicken enough you can mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly add that to the jam mixture as you are bringing it to a boil. The jam should thicken immediately.
We have a lot of great recipes that this raspberry peach freezer jam tastes amazing with! Like our homemade bread, homemade rolls, bran muffins, and crescent rolls.
How to Store Raspberry Freezer Jam
Placing the jam in clean plastic containers or jars makes it easier to pull one container out of the freezer at a time as we use it. Once thawed, the jam will last in the fridge for three weeks. I like to make sure I’m not putting it in a container that is too big, or it will go bad before we use it all.
The regular jam will last longer in the fridge, but I love freezer jam because I think it has a much fresher taste. The jam will stay good in the fridge for three weeks, and in the freezer for one year.
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We love making homemade fresh jam or jelly recipes! These are some of our favorite flavors that consist of fruit and even bacon. Try some of our family favorite recipes that will take your bread to the next level!
Raspberry Peach Freezer Jam
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 pounds peaches roughly about 10 peaches
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 box fruit pectin
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon almond extract or vanilla
Instructions
- Peel and cut peaches, then pulse in a food processor or mash by hand. Do not over-mix, you still want small pieces of fruit in the jam. Pour peaches into a large bowl.
- Lightly mash the raspberries by hand and stir into the peaches.
- Stir in the lemon juice.
- Gradually powder the top with pectin, then stir it in, then powder with pectin, then stir it in. Repeat this process until all the pectin is completely stirred in. This will keep it from clumping together.
- Very slowly stir in the sugar, while stirring constantly. This is much easier if you have someone help you. 🙂
- Once the sugar seems to be totally dissolved and no longer grainy, stir in the almond extract and corn syrup (this keeps the jam from crystalizing when frozen).
- Pour into small freezer safe containers, leaving about half an inch from the top for expansion.
- Let the containers sit at room temperature for 24 HOURS to set. After that, you can put them in the fridge or freezer.
- The jam will stay good in the fridge for three weeks, and in the freezer for one year.
Love the combination of the raspberry and peaches, sounds so good!
The combo of peach and raspberry is perfection! Love this recipe, so delicious!!
Loving the raspberry and peach combo. I could see myself using this jam on my toast.
Raspberry and peach is my favorite flavor combo! I can’t wait to try this jam!
I love the combo of raspberry and peach! This homemade freezer jam tasted great on homemade bread with some butter 🙂