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Homemade Spiced Peach Butter with Vanilla Bean

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A small-batch, flavorful peach butter infused with vanilla bean and warming spices, perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or yogurt. This easy recipe yields a thick, glossy spread with a balance of sweet and spicy notes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped (about 6 medium peaches)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 whole vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the peaches by peeling, pitting, and chopping into roughly 1-inch pieces. To peel easily, blanch peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds then shock in ice water.
  2. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine chopped peaches, sugar, water, lemon juice, scraped vanilla bean seeds and pod, cinnamon, and cloves.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  4. Lower heat to maintain a slow simmer and cook uncovered for 40-45 minutes, stirring every few minutes until the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency. Add water by teaspoon if it looks too dry.
  5. After about 30 minutes, remove and discard the vanilla bean pod.
  6. Check texture; when thick and holding shape on a spoon, it’s done. For ultra-smooth butter, push through a fine mesh sieve or pulse in a food processor once cooled.
  7. Let the peach butter cool to room temperature, then transfer to clean jars or airtight containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use firm, ripe peaches for best texture. Stir frequently and keep heat low to avoid burning. Remove vanilla pod after 30 minutes to prevent bitterness. For a smoother texture, strain or pulse after cooking. Store in sterilized jars for gifting. Frozen peaches can be used but reduce water slightly.

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