Summer Canning Recipes
This time of year, the fresh produce from the garden is overflowing. Which is great! But there’s only so much we can eat fresh. These summer canning recipes are the perfect way to save the rest for the rest of the year. I’ve got everything from sweet berry jams to spicy salsas and relishes, so I’m sure you’ll find something you love.
Sweet + Summery Raspberry Peach Jam
This jam combines the bright, sweet flavors of summer fruits into a delightful homemade preserve perfect for spreading on toast or gifting to friends.
Pickled Banana Peppers (Canning Recipe)
A vibrant and tangy condiment perfect for adding a zesty kick to sandwiches and salads.
Sweet Cucumber Relish
The classic relish: sweet pickle with lots of flavor. Perfect for mixing into creamy salads and dips.
Habanero Hot Sauce For Canning
A bold and fiery hot sauce that’s perfect for adding intense heat and flavor to your favorite dishes. Makes 4 pints.
Cherry Pie Filling (Canning Recipe)
This homemade filling is perfect for pies, and crisps, and as a versatile topping for your favorite desserts. Makes 7 quarts.
Candied Jalapeños Recipe
Candied jalapeños are sweet, hot, and delicious.  Pour on top of cream cheese as an appetizer or use as a condiment for almost anything.
Spicy Jalapeno Relish for Canning
Use this anywhere you would use a classic relish. Plenty of heat and flavor. Makes 6 half pints.
Blueberry Preserves for Canning
This simple canning recipe captures the sweet essence of fresh blueberries, perfect for enjoying year-round.
Lila’s Famous Salsa Recipe (For Canning!)
A bright and vibrant blend of fresh tomatoes, zesty peppers, and aromatic spices, simmered to perfection and ready for canning. Make 4-6 pints.
How to Make Peach Preserves
This recipe captures the essence of summer with its sweet, cinnamon-spiced peach flavors, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts.
How to Make Blackberry Pie Filling
This recipe offers a simple way to preserve the fresh, vibrant taste of blackberries, perfect for making pies, tarts, or using as a topping for various desserts. Make 4 quarts.
Raspberry Jam {Easy Canning Recipe}
This easy canning recipe captures the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh raspberries, perfect for enjoying all year round.
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Canning Tips For Success
Use fresh, ripe produce – not too soft or too firm.
Start with clean, hot jars and new lids. No shortcuts here – your seals need to be perfect.
Follow the recipe exactly. These are all tested for safety, so no making creative adjustments!
Remove air bubbles with a butter knife and leave the right headspace at the top of each jar.
Always wipe jar rims with a clean paper towel before adding lids.
New to canning? Start with jam – it’s the easiest way to learn!
Plan to can in the morning when you’re fresh and focused. Most recipes take about an hour.
Remember, you can start preserving food right away, no matter your experience level. Pick ONE recipe that looks good to you and give it a try. Follow the recipe exactly, make sure everything is clean, and you’ll be fine. The important thing is to START!
By Katie Shaw
Katie shares simple, reliable recipes from her home in Virginia, where she lives with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens.