Easy Fresh Peach Butter Spread Recipe 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Method
A simple, fuss-free peach butter spread made with fresh peaches and a handful of ingredients using a slow cooker for hands-off cooking. Perfect for breakfast or snacks with a natural sweetness and mild spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups (approximately 12 servings) 1x
- Category: Spread
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds fresh peaches, peeled and pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar (can substitute brown sugar or reduce and use honey/maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel, pit, and roughly chop about 4 pounds of fresh peaches. Blanch peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to loosen skins for easier peeling.
- Place chopped peaches in the slow cooker. Add 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours, stirring gently once or twice during the day if possible.
- After 8 hours, check the consistency. If too chunky, use an immersion blender to puree to desired texture.
- Transfer peach butter to clean glass jars or airtight containers. Let cool completely before refrigerating.
Notes
Blanch peaches to loosen skins for easier peeling and smoother texture. Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking. Adjust sugar to taste depending on peach ripeness. For smoother texture, puree after cooking. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage. Reheat gently to avoid runniness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
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