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Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

June 10, 2015 by Melissa 24 Comments

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When summer fruits begin to arrive in such abundance, it seems unthinkable to miss the opportunity to save some of their deliciousness to enjoy later in the year. Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam taste like sunshine. Although I enjoy canning like many of you, my schedule doesn’t always permit the amount of time it requires for the classic canning process. If you have the time, it’s worth it without a doubt. I can vividly remember jar after jar of canned goods in every variety being prepared by my Mom and her Mother before her. Vegetables and fruits that not only came in handy during the cold winter months, but were so incredibly good and good for you, too.

Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

Is all Pectin the Same?

In an effort to enjoy canned goods with little fuss, I set about to find a super simple way to preserve some of our favorite fruit as jam. In doing so, I looked at the different types of pectin i.e classic, low sugar, liquid and instant pectin and how each performed during the canning process. The different types of pectin, or thickener used to make jellies and jam are not interchangeable.  So, don’t substitute a different type of pectin using this same method and amount.  I also noted the differences between traditional canning of the jam and freezing.  I tested several methods, and finally settled on this one I found on the Ball website and adapted it for making freezer jam using instant pectin.

Easy Peach Freezer Jam

Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

Tips For Making Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

  • When making freezer jam it’s imperative that you use fresh ripe fruit, removing all bruising or imperfections.
  • Wash the jars with hot soapy water and dry thoroughly or clean using your dishwasher.
  • When filling the jars, leave at least 1/2-inch of head space to allow for expansion. You can also use freezer safe plastic containers, if you prefer.
  • This recipe requires no cooking. That’s right, no cooking on the stove due to using instant pectin.  If you prefer using classic pectin, cooking is required, and you can read more about that here on the Ball website.
  • This peach pineapple jam will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks for immediate use.
  • Keep frozen for up to one year. To use, thaw frozen jam in the refrigerator and enjoy fresh summer fruit jam anytime you like.

Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

After 24 hours it should thicken to look like this:

Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

Would you like to use an alternate fruit or a different type of pectin?  See how here.

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Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam
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Easy Peach Pineapple Freezer Jam

Prep Time25 mins
Resting on counter1 d
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, brunch, Condiment, Jam
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy-peach-pineapple-freezer-jam
Servings: 6 8 oz Jars
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 4 cup granulated sugar
  • 12 Tbsp instant pectin
  • 4 cups peaches peeled pitted and finely chopped [Approximately 8 medium]
  • 2 cup fresh pineapple 1/2-inch chunks
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp pure almond extract
  • 6 8 oz jars or plastic freezer containers

Instructions

  • In a clean medium size bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and pectin.
  • Pulse the peach and pineapple chunks in a food processor until finely chopped.
  • Add the chopped peaches,pineapple chunks, lemon juice, lemon zest and pure almond extract. Stir for 3 minutes until the sugar has completely dissolved. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Ladle into the clean jars or plastic containers leaving 1/2-inch of head space. Wipe clean and seal tightly.
  • Let sit for 24 hours on the counter.
  • Use immediately storing chilled for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 1 year.

Notes

Containers with straight sides work best for freezing.
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Comments

  1. Teresa W. says

    July 30, 2020 at 6:52 pm

    Could I substitute crushed or pineapple chunks for the fresh pineapple?

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      July 30, 2020 at 8:58 pm

      You really need fresh for this recipe.

      Reply
      • Teresa W says

        July 30, 2020 at 10:54 pm

        Thank you! I’m going to try your recipe, sounds delish!

      • Melissa says

        July 31, 2020 at 9:01 am

        It’s my pleasure!

  2. Sandra says

    August 30, 2018 at 7:59 pm

    5 stars
    I would like to water bath processe. What do you think? Most of the recipes I’ve seen call for different kinds of pectin for the different procsses.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      August 30, 2018 at 8:14 pm

      This can be canned just like any jam however, this recipe is designed for freezing.

      Reply
  3. John says

    July 11, 2018 at 10:43 am

    Do you have to put the pineapple in it? Like pineapple would just rather have peach jam.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      July 11, 2018 at 12:09 pm

      Hi John, you can go all peach if you like, sure.

      Reply
  4. judy cunningham says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    hi serena can I purchase regular pectin cook this jam and put it in sealed jars not in the freezer

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      August 15, 2017 at 9:37 pm

      Using proper canning technique you can.

      Reply
  5. Izzy says

    August 7, 2017 at 4:40 pm

    Thank you for this recipe. I love pineapple and peaches. I have made Strawberry freezer jam and it is great for so many things. It is so fresh, I use it for a topping for cheesecake. My Mom liked it on ice cream. This will be fabulous on scones, biscuits, cheesecake or ice cream. Fresh peaches are still in the store, so I am glad I found this recipe now. I really love your website.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      August 7, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      You’re so right about freezer jam and classic strawberry is SO versatile. Welcome, visit often!

      Reply
  6. Helen says

    July 30, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    I know this recipe was posted a while back, but I was wondering if it would turn out if I used Splendid or Stevia. I am diabetic.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      July 30, 2017 at 1:45 pm

      Hi Helen, I consider all of my recipes current as they rotate regularly through my kitchen. I haven’t tried a lower sugar version of this freezer jam so, I’m not sure how to advise you. If you try it, let me know how it goes.

      Reply
  7. Liz says

    August 27, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    For the pectin can I used flavored jello. I use it in an apricot pineapple recipe.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      August 27, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      I make this as the recipe is written. If you’ve had success using jello I suppose you could, it’s your call.

      Reply
  8. Stacey Dearth says

    April 13, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    I’m thinking about adding a finely chopped jalapeño to this for a kick.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      April 13, 2016 at 2:14 pm

      That sounds yum let me know how it goes.

      Reply
  9. Stacey Dearth says

    April 13, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    I’m thinking about adding a very fine diced jalapeño to this for some kick.

    Reply
  10. Judi Fotherby says

    August 1, 2015 at 9:14 pm

    I purchased all the ingredients tonight, but, I am confused now with the ‘instant pectin’ ingredient … I purchased a few boxes of Certo liquid pectin — one box has two pouches that are 85 mL (just over a third of a cup) each … Did I purchase the correct pectin? and if so, how much of this do I use? Hope to hear from you soon as I don’t want the fruit to go bad lol xo

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      August 1, 2015 at 9:20 pm

      Liquid pectin and instant pectin are not the same thing. This is the link to the calculator on the Ball website, it should be able to guide you regarding fruit to liquid pectin ratio. http://www.freshpreserving.com/tools/pectin-calculator

      Reply
  11. Serena | Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch says

    June 11, 2015 at 1:15 am

    I love the flavor combo! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      June 11, 2015 at 7:13 am

      Hi Serena, peaches and pineapple go together nicely. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

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