Dandelion Jelly Lemon Honey (Printable Version)

Floral jelly featuring dandelion blossoms, lemon zest, and sweet honey for a flavorful spread or topping.

# What You Need:

→ Flowers & Liquids

01 - 2 cups dandelion petals, yellow only, green parts removed
02 - 4 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
05 - 1/2 cup honey

→ Sugar & Setting

06 - 3 1/2 cups granulated sugar
07 - 1 box powdered fruit pectin (1.75 oz)

# Directions:

01 - Rinse and gently dry the dandelion blossoms. Pinch off and discard all green sepals and stems, reserving only the yellow petals.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine petals and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
03 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing petals to extract all liquid. Discard petals. You should have approximately 3 to 3 1/2 cups dandelion tea.
04 - Pour the dandelion tea back into a clean saucepan. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Stir to combine.
05 - Whisk in powdered pectin and bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
06 - Add sugar all at once and return to a full, hard boil. Boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
07 - Skim off any foam. Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids and bands.
08 - Process jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool completely. Jelly will set as it cools.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A bright, floral flavor from fresh dandelion petals combined with lemon and honey offers a unique taste.
  • Perfectly balances sweet and tart notes, ideal for a variety of uses like toast or desserts.
  • Uses natural, foraged ingredients for a fresh and authentic preserve experience.
  • Yield makes approximately 4 half-pint jars, great for gifting or stocking your pantry.
  • Vegetarian-friendly with an option to make it vegan by substituting honey.
02 -
  • Pick dandelions from pesticide-free areas for pure and safe flavor.
  • Ensure dandelion petals are completely dry before using to avoid diluting the jelly.
  • Use a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth for clear jelly without sediment.
  • Boiling the mixture vigorously and adding sugar all at once helps achieve a proper gel set.
  • Allow jelly to fully set, which may take up to 24 hours, for best consistency.
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