Imagine capturing the essence of sun-ripened peaches and vibrant raspberries in a single, luscious spoonful that transports you to a perfect summer day. This Raspberry Peach Freezer Jam is not just a condiment—it's a magical preserve that locks in fresh fruit flavors without the complicated traditional canning process. Whether you're a novice cook or a seasoned kitchen pro, this no-cook recipe will revolutionize your breakfast spread and impress everyone from family to unexpected guests.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 jars
Ingredients
- 2 cups raspberries
- 2 cups peaches (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 package pectin
Instructions
- Wash and sterilize 4 clean glass jars with tight-fitting lids by running them through a hot dishwasher cycle or boiling them in water for 10 minutes.
- Thoroughly wash raspberries and peaches under cool running water. Pat dry with clean paper towels.
- Peel peaches by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transferring to ice water. The skin should easily slip off.
- Dice peaches into small, uniform pieces and crush raspberries using a potato masher or food processor to release their juices.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed raspberries, diced peaches, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir until sugar begins to dissolve.
- Sprinkle pectin over the fruit mixture and stir continuously for 3-4 minutes to ensure even distribution and prevent clumping.
- Let the mixture stand for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow pectin to activate and sugar to fully dissolve.
- Carefully ladle the jam into prepared jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
- Wipe jar rims clean with a damp paper towel to ensure a proper seal.
- Secure lids tightly and let jars sit at room temperature for 24 hours to set.
- After 24 hours, transfer jars to the freezer where they will keep for up to 1 year.
- When ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator and consume within 3 weeks.
Tips
- Choose perfectly ripe fruits for maximum flavor intensity—look for peaches and raspberries that are fragrant and slightly soft to the touch.
- Use a digital kitchen scale for precise ingredient measurements to ensure proper jam consistency.
- Always sterilize jars thoroughly to prevent bacterial growth and extend shelf life.
- Allow jam to set at room temperature before freezing to activate pectin properly.
- Leave adequate headspace in jars to prevent cracking during freezing.
- Label jars with the date of preparation to track freshness.
- Thaw only the amount of jam you'll use within 3 weeks to maintain optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 60kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
