Spiced Canned Peaches Recipe

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You will get a perfect blend of tanginess and sweetness in peach. It also gives nice fragrances. Peach is a delicious fruit. There are a few people who don’t like peaches. Most people love to eat peaches. But peach is an expensive fruit. Additionally, it is a fruit of summer.

Fruit preservation is a popular issue nowadays. So, we can preserve peaches, then we can enjoy the taste of peaches in the off-season also. We come here to present the spiced canned peaches recipe. Spice enhances the flavor, texture, and shelf life of peaches.

Therefore, you can read this article from beginning to end to learn the preparation guidelines and canning process of homemade spiced peaches. Moreover, you will get storage tips and recipe variations for spiced canned peaches.

Spiced Canned Peaches Recipe

Flavored Canned Peaches Ingredients

Initially, you will require fresh peaches for preparing canning spiced peaches.

Ingredients for Peaches

  1. Fresh Peaches – (10 – 12 pieces)

You can preserve 3 – 4 pieces of peaches in a 1-pound can. We will prepare our spice peach preserves with 10 – 12 peaches. So, you may need 4 cans for this recipe. Select the peaches carefully and ensure that the peaches do not over-ripen and firm enough.

  1. Lemon Juice (Optional) – 1 tablespoon

 You can coat the peaches with lemon juice before canning the peaches. Lemon juice contains vitamin C which helps to prevent browning reactions and keep the perfect color of peach.  

You will also need to prepare a syrup to preserve the peaches in the can. Let us tell you the required ingredients for this peach syrup.

Ingredients for the Syrup

  1. Water – 4 cups

Water is the base ingredient for the peach syrup.

  1. Sugar – 2 cups

Sugar provides a sweetness that complements the taste of peaches and other spices. Besides, sugar is a natural preservation agent. 

  1. Lemon Juice – 1 tablespoon

Lemon juice enhances tanginess, preserves the natural color, and works as a preservation agent.

  1. Ground Ginger – ½ teaspoon 

Ginger adds depth to the syrup. Additionally, it gives a subtle heat to the flavor of the peach. 

  1. Cinnamon Sticks – 1 sticks

Cinnamon sticks are mandatory for cinnamon-canned peaches. It delivers warm and aromatic flavors. 

  1. Whole Clove – (4 – 5 pieces)

Cloves complement cinnamon and are essential for preparing peach preserves with spice.

How to Prepare Canning Spiced Peaches?

We will tell you the whole procedure of preparing spiced canned peaches. We divide the whole process into 2 phases. The first phase is the preparation of peaches and syrup.  The second phase is about the canning process.

Phase 1: Preparation of Peaches & Syrup

In this section, we will describe how you will prepare the peach and syrup for making DIY spiced peaches.

Step 1: Prepare the Peaches

We can’t preserve the raw peaches. So, we need to do the following task;

  • First, you need to peel the peaches.
  • Then, apply blanching to these peaches. Blanching is a process where you need to submerge the peaches into boiling water for a minute and immediately transfer them into ice water. Blanching preserves the color and prevents the enzyme activity of the fruits.
  • Now, cut the peaches and remove the pit. You can either slice the peaches for preservation or use whole peaches.
  • Lastly, coat the peaches with lemon juice. It is an optional step.   

Step 2: Prepare the Syrup

After preparing the peaches, it’s time to prepare the syrup. The steps of preparing syrup include;

  • Take a large saucepan and put water, lemon juice, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, sugar, and ground ginger into the saucepan.
  • Bring a boil over medium to low heat.
  • Stir occasionally to combine them nicely and to dissolve the sugar.
  • Simmer for about 5 to 10 minutes until you get the desired syrupy consistency.
  • You will require hot syrup for canning. 

Phase 2: Canning Process

Canning is a great method of preservation that allows us to enjoy fresh fruits throughout the year. In this phase, we will give you the canning process and canning tips to make peach preserves with spice.

Step 1: Sterilize the Jars & Lids

To begin the canning process, sterilize the jars and their lids. This step is essential to kill all microorganisms responsible for the decomposition of peaches. You will require 4 jars to apply caning of 10 – 12 pieces of peaches. 

  • To sterilize the jars and lids, place them into boiling water for 10 minutes. In industries, they generally use autoclave machines to sterilize the jars and lids. However, water bath canning is suitable for homemade spiced peaches.
  •  Keep the jars and lids warm. It will prevent cracking while filling the hot syrup into the jars. 

Step 2: Fill the Jars

When the jars and lids are properly sterilized, it’s time to fill the jars with peaches and syrup.

  • Layer the peaches into the sterilized jars. Layer them very tightly.
  • Keep in mind to leave ½ inch of headspace to prevent overflowing.
  • Then, fill the jar with the hot syrup, making sure that all the peaches are covered.
  • If you notice bubbles in the jar, you must remove them using a knife or a spatula.
  • In industrial manufacturing, they use a laminar cabinet for this filling step to ensure zero contamination. At home, you should try to maintain hygiene precautions as perfectly as possible. 

Step 3: Seal the Jars

After filling the jar, now put the lids on and seal the jar.

  • First, wipe the rim of the jars using a cotton cloth to ensure proper seal.
  • Now, place the sterilized lids and tighten the jar strongly so that the jars become fingertip tight.

Step 4: Apply Water Bath to the Jars

Repeat the water bath process to ensure 100% sterilization.

  • Boil the filled jars in a large pot for 20- 30 minutes.
  • Ensure the jars are completely submerged in the water.
  • After 30 minutes of boiling, remove the jars from the water pot.
  • Then, let the jars be cooled.
  • After cooling, check for seals. Press using your thumb on the center of the lid, if it does not pop back, you can be sure that the jars are properly sealed.  

Step 5: Store the Jars

The last step is to store the jars accurately.

  • Label the jars with the manufacturing date to understand the storage period.
  • Keep the jars in a cool, dry, and dark place.

Storage Tips

You can preserve these spiced canned peaches for many months if you apply proper storage and handling. Here are some storage tips listed below;

  • 10 – 21°C is the optimum temperature to store these canned peaches. So, you should maintain the temperature in this range.
  • Make sure the storage place is dry.
  • You have to keep the jars in a place where direct sunlight exposure is not possible.
  • Cool place is necessary to store the jars, but never freeze the canned peaches. So, never put the jars in the refrigerator.
  • Experts suggest checking the seals regularly. Make sure the lids are intact. If you notice leakage in any jars, use these peaches within a weak.

Recipe Variations for Spiced Canned Peaches

We have already mentioned the best recipe for spiced canned peaches. In this section, we will inform you about some alternative recipes for spicing up the canned peaches. You can also try these recipes. Furthermore, you can customize the spices according to your choices.

  1. Ginger Lime Peaches

Peaches with lime juice and ginger create a tangy and sharp flavored spice peaches. You can use this type of spiced peaches as a summer dessert. 

  1. Peaches with Chilies (Spicy Version)

Spicy canned peaches are the most favorite variations of canned peaches for spicy lovers. You can add dried chili pepper and ground black pepper to the syrup to create this spicy version of canned peaches.  

  1. Cinnamon & Honey

Cinnamon and honey-flavored peaches are favorite for sweet lovers. You avoid sugar and use honey in the syrup. The sweetness of honey and cinnamon complements the tanginess of the peaches.

  1. Vanilla & Star Anise Peaches

Vanilla and Star Anise peaches are flavored canned peaches. You can use a few drops of vanilla essence and 2 or 3 whole Star Anises to create this aromatic variation.

FAQs

What Spices Work Best for Canned Peaches?

You can use cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, nutmeg, cardamom, vanilla essence, ginger powder, and lemon zest to prepare flavorful and flagrancy canned peaches. In all spices, cinnamon, clove, and star anise work best for canned peaches. 

How Long Will Spiced Canned Peaches Last?

Spiced canned peaches will last for many months. The shelf life of unopened jars is more than a year. You can use them within 12 to 18 months. On the other hand, the shelf life of opened jars is less than 1 year. You can use them within 7 to 10 months. 

Can I Make Sugar-free Spiced Peaches?

Yes, you can make sugar-free spiced peaches. You can use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar. Cinnamon honey peaches are a good alternative to sugar-free spiced pieces. Moreover, you can try spicy canned peaches, if you are not a sweet lover.

Spiced Canned Peaches Recipe

Spiced Canned Peaches Recipe

Are you interested in canned peaches? Check out this article on spiced canned peaches recipe and prepare homemade canned peaches. Then, you can enjoy peaches throughout the year.
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CourseDessert
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Canning Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings24
Calories60kcal
AuthorNaomi Rogers

Ingredients

Ingredients for Peaches

  • 10-12 Pieces Fresh Peaches
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional

Ingredients for the Syrup

  • 4 Cups Water
  • 2 Cups Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • ½ Teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 Sticks Cinnamon Sticks
  • 4-5 Pieces Whole Clove

Instructions

  • First, prepare the peaches by removing the peel, applying blanching, and slicing the peaches. You can avoid slicing, if you want to preserve the whole peaches.
  • You can coat the slices of peaches or whole peeled peached with lemon juice to prevent browning reaction of peaches.
  • Secondly, prepare the peach syrup using water, sugar, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, lemon juice, and ginger powder.
  • Now, complete the canning process. Sterilize the jars and lids by water bathing.
  • Fill the jar with hot syrup and then seal the jar properly.
  • After sealing again apply water bathing to ensure no microorganisms growth.
  • Then, store the jar at dark, cool, dry place and avoid direct exposure of sunlight

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcal

Conclusion

Canning is a modern and effective way to preserve the fresh fruits. We can prepare canned peaches using canning preservation. After so much research, experts invented the process of spiced canned peaches that are more flavorful and palatable.

We have tried to present you with the whole procedure of spiced canned peaches recipe in easy words and hope that you have no confusion about the process. Now, try to make homemade spiced peaches, then you can enjoy the peaches in winter.

You should follow our canning tips and storage tips to increase the shelf life of the canned peaches. Besides, try the alternative variations to change your taste.

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