Small Batch Sugar-Free Peach Jam (No Pectin)

This sugar-free peach jam cooks in one small saucepan with ripe peaches, lemon, chia seeds, and water, with no pectin or added sweetener.

Sugar Free Peach Jam Without Pectin

Very ripe peaches supply natural sweetness while chia seeds thicken the cooled mixture. This is a refrigerator jam, not a shelf-stable canning recipe.

• Prep: 5 minutes
• Cook: 10 to 12 minutes
• Yield: About 1 cup
• Storage: Refrigerate up to 7 days

Ingredients

• 2 cups peeled, diced ripe peaches, about 12 oz
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/8 tsp kosher salt

How to Make Small Batch Peach Jam

1. Add peaches, water, lemon juice, and salt to a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
3. Cook 8 minutes, stirring every minute.
4. Mash to the desired texture with a potato masher.
5. Stir in chia seeds and simmer 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and cool for 20 minutes.
7. Transfer to a clean 12-oz jar and refrigerate.

Texture and Ripeness Tips

• Use soft, ripe peaches for the best natural sweetness.
• For smoother jam, mash thoroughly after 8 minutes.
• For chunkier jam, press only half the fruit.
• Wait until fully chilled before judging thickness.
• Add 1 tbsp water if the chilled jam is too firm.

Storage and Serving Ideas

• Refrigerate in a clean sealed jar for up to 7 days.
• Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
• Leave 1/2 inch of headspace before freezing.
• Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir before serving.

Try it alongside spiced peach jam, strawberry chia jam, or sugar-free apricot jam.

Sugar Free Peach Jam FAQ

Is this jam safe for pantry storage?

No. Keep it refrigerated or frozen because this recipe was not developed for water-bath canning.

Can I use frozen peaches?

Yes. Thaw and drain them first, then measure 2 cups and follow the same method.