Description
A sweet and floral jelly made from dandelion petals, perfect for spreading on toast or using in desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dandelion petals
- 4 cups water
- 4 cups sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 box pectin
Instructions
- Gather dandelion petals, ensuring they are free of dirt and insects.
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the dandelion petals and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to extract the dandelion infusion.
- Measure the dandelion liquid and return it to the pot. You need about 3 cups of liquid.
- Stir in the lemon juice and pectin, and bring to a boil.
- Add the sugar all at once and bring back to a rolling boil, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.
- Check the consistency by placing a spoonful of jelly on a cold plate to see if it sets.
- Once ready, pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars, seal them, and process in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes.
- Let cool completely before storing in a cool, dark place.
Notes
- Ensure you use only dandelions that have not been treated with pesticides.
- For a more intense flavor, you can let the dandelion petals steep in the water overnight before boiling.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Preserves
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: dandelion jelly, dandelion jelly recipe, homemade jelly, flower jelly, natural preserves