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Spiced Bourbon Peach Butter

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A rich and comforting homemade peach butter with a spiced bourbon twist, perfect for spreading on biscuits, toast, or cheese boards.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh peaches, peeled and chopped (about 6–7 medium peaches)
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (e.g., Maker’s Mark or Buffalo Trace)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground clove (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prep the Peaches: Peel and chop about 4 cups of ripe peaches. To peel easily, blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water. Skins should slip off effortlessly. Chop into roughly 1-inch pieces.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, add chopped peaches, brown sugar, bourbon, lemon juice, cinnamon, clove, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
  3. Simmer Slowly: Place pan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir often to prevent sticking or burning. Cook peaches down and soften for about 35-40 minutes until thickened.
  4. Mash or Blend: Once peaches are very soft, mash lightly with a potato masher for a chunky texture or blend until smooth for a silky finish. Optionally strain through a fine mesh strainer or food mill for ultra-smooth butter.
  5. Cook to Thickness: Continue simmering the mashed mixture for another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until it reaches a spreadable, jam-like consistency.
  6. Cool and Store: Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then transfer to clean jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent burning. Stir frequently and simmer over medium-low heat. Adding bourbon early allows alcohol to cook off, leaving warmth without harshness. For alcohol-free version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or pear cider and add extra vanilla extract. Brown sugar can be swapped with coconut sugar or reduced for a low-sugar version. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained well.

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