Description
Capture the essence of summer with this Homemade Canned Peach Pie Filling, a perfect blend of sweet, juicy peaches and warm spices. Whether youβre baking a classic peach pie, whipping up a crisp, or creating a delightful cobbler, this easy-to-make filling will transform your desserts into seasonal treats, no matter the time of year. With fresh ingredients and simple instructions, even novice canners can enjoy the satisfaction of preserving these vibrant flavors. Ideal for holiday gatherings or casual indulgences, this filling is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 quarts fresh peaches (about 24β30 medium peaches), peeled, pitted, and sliced
- 7 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups cold water
- 1ΒΎ cups clear jel (cook-type)
- 5ΒΌ cups peach juice or water
- Β½ cup bottled lemon juice
- Optional: 1Β½ teaspoons ground cinnamon and Β½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Sterilize 4β5 quart-size canning jars; keep warm.
- Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30β60 seconds; transfer to an ice bath. Peel, pit, and slice.
- Boil peach slices for 1 minute; drain and keep warm.
- In a large pot, whisk sugar and clear jel; stir in cold water and peach juice. Cook until thickened.
- Add lemon juice and spices; boil for an additional minute.
- Gently fold in peach slices; bring back to a boil.
- Ladle hot filling into jars, leaving about an inch of headspace; seal with lids.
- Process in a boiling water bath for about 30 minutes; adjust for altitude if necessary.
- Let jars cool undisturbed for 12β24 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: 210
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe peaches for optimal flavor. Adjust sugar based on sweetness preference. Experiment with spices to customize your filling.