Description
Transform your kitchen into a cozy haven with this delightful Peach Butter Recipe. This homemade spread captures the essence of ripe summer peaches, filling your home with an irresistible aroma while providing a versatile addition to your culinary toolkit. Whether slathered on warm toast, paired with biscuits, or used as a glaze for grilled chicken or turkey, this peach butter is sure to elevate any dish. The slow cooker method ensures that you can enjoy rich flavors with minimal hands-on time, making it perfect for any busy home cook. Discover the joy of preserving summer’s bounty in a jar!
Ingredients
- 8–10 ripe peaches (about 2 pounds)
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and pit the peaches, then cut them into large chunks.
- In a blender or food processor, puree the peach chunks until smooth.
- Transfer the peach puree to a slow cooker and mix in sugar, lemon juice, and optional cinnamon.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about 6 hours or until thickened and aromatic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Spread
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating spices like nutmeg or ginger. Adjust sugar levels based on personal preference; starting with less sugar can yield a less sweet peach butter. Ensure peaches are fully ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.