Description
This delightful dandelion jelly recipe transforms the vibrant dandelion flowers into a sweet, golden spread perfect for toast and desserts. With its unique flavor and beautiful color, this jelly is a must-try for any adventurous home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups dandelion flowers (yellow petals only, no green parts)
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin (like Sure-Jell)
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon butter (optional, to reduce foaming)
Instructions
- Prepare the dandelion flowers by removing the green parts and rinsing them thoroughly.
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add the dandelion flowers and boil for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture steep for 24 hours, covered.
- Strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl, discarding the flowers. You should have about 4 cups of dandelion tea.
- In a separate pot, combine the dandelion tea, lemon juice, and fruit pectin. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, add the granulated sugar all at once, stirring constantly until dissolved. Bring back to a rolling boil and boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and skim off any foam with a spoon. If using, stir in the butter to help reduce foaming.
- Pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace at the top. Seal with lids.
- Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes to ensure a proper seal.
- Allow the jelly to cool completely at room temperature before storing in a cool, dark place.
Notes
- Ensure that dandelions are harvested from areas free of pesticides and chemicals.
- This jelly can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or in a cool, dark place for up to a year if properly sealed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
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