dandelion jelly lemon honey (Print)

Golden jelly infuses spring dandelion petals, lemon, and honey. Lively flavor lightens breakfast or snacks.

# Ingredients:

→ Foraged Blossoms

01 - 4 cups fresh dandelion petals, green parts removed

→ Liquids

02 - 4 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Sweeteners

04 - 2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 1 cup mild honey

→ Setting Agents

06 - 1 packet fruit pectin (1.75 oz)

# Directions:

01 - Pick only the yellow dandelion petals, removing all green sepals and stems to prevent bitterness.
02 - Combine dandelion petals and water in a large saucepan. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
03 - Remove from heat, cover the saucepan, and allow to steep for at least 6 hours or overnight to extract maximum flavor.
04 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing to release all liquid. Discard the used petals and measure out 3 cups of infusion, adding water as needed.
05 - Return the dandelion infusion to a clean saucepan. Add fresh lemon juice and fruit pectin. Stir thoroughly, then bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
06 - Add granulated sugar and mild honey. Mix vigorously and return to a rolling boil. Boil hard for 1–2 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and passes the jelly test.
07 - Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Wipe rims, seal jars with sterilized lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
08 - Allow jars to cool undisturbed. Check that each jar is properly sealed before storing in a cool, dark place.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This jelly captures spring in a jar—a secret you can savor long after the blossoms fade.
  • The floral notes and gentle tang make even plain toast feel special, which is why its stayed in my pantry year after year.
02 -
  • I once hurried the petal prep and left a few green bits—the result was a bitter batch I couldn't salvage, so take your time.
  • Letting the jelly steep overnight made the floral aroma much more pronounced, completely changing the character of the final product.
03 -
  • Using a jar funnel keeps the sticky jelly off your countertops—worth the extra step.
  • Adding a teaspoon of vanilla after boiling gives the jelly an even more luxurious, floral finish.
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