Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by washing your canning jars, metal bands, and lids in hot soapy water. To sterilize, place jars in a stockpot filled with water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow the jars to warm for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully wash the blackberries in cool water and let them drain. Blanch the peaches for 1 minute in boiling water, then plunge them into an ice bath to halt cooking. Once cool, peel and chop the peaches.
- In a large saucepan, combine the blackberries, diced peaches, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Stir over low heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.
- Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat. Add pectin and stir continuously for 1 minute until a rolling boil is reached.
- Remove the jam from heat and fill each jar with the hot fruit mixture, leaving approximately 1/4 inch of headspace. Clean the rims of the jars and seal with lids and bands.
- Submerge the filled jars in simmering water, ensuring they are covered by at least 1 inch of water. Process the jars for 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove the jars and let them cool completely at room temperature for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition
Notes
Use ripe fruits for the best flavor and ensure accurate pectin measurements for optimal jam consistency.
