Dandelion Jelly Lemon Honey (Printable)

Floral jelly blending dandelion blossoms, zesty lemon, and honey for delightful flavor and texture.

# What You'll Need:

→ Flowers & Liquids

01 - 2 cups dandelion petals, cleaned and separated from green parts
02 - 4 cups water
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
05 - 0.5 cup honey

→ Sugar & Setting

06 - 3.5 cups granulated sugar
07 - 1.75 ounces powdered fruit pectin

# How-To Steps:

01 - Rinse and gently dry dandelion blossoms. Pinch off and discard all green sepals and stems, reserving only the yellow petals.
02 - Combine petals and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
03 - Pour mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing petals gently to extract all liquid. Discard solids. Measure approximately 3 to 3.5 cups of dandelion tea.
04 - Return dandelion tea to a clean saucepan. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Stir thoroughly to combine.
05 - Whisk in powdered pectin and bring 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 to 2 minutes while stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
07 - Skim off any foam from surface. Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 0.25-inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids and bands.
08 - Process jars in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes. Remove and let cool completely at room temperature.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Transforms foraged dandelions into a stunning, golden preserve
  • Delicate floral flavor balanced with bright lemon and sweet honey
  • Perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, or glazing desserts
  • A unique way to capture the essence of spring in a jar
  • Makes a thoughtful homemade gift for food lovers
02 -
  • Remove all green parts from dandelion heads—they add bitterness
  • Don't skip the 30-minute steeping time; it extracts maximum flavor
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure a proper rolling boil for setting
  • Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to one year
  • Once opened, refrigerate and use within three weeks
  • If jelly doesn't set, you can re-boil it with additional pectin
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