Dandelion Jelly Lemon Honey (Printer-friendly)

A bright jelly with dandelion flowers, lemon zest, and honey, perfect for spreads or toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Flowers & Liquids

01 - 2 cups dandelion petals, 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)

# How To Make It:

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 3.5 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 to 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 and 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 Tips:

01 -
  • A bright, floral jelly bursting with natural dandelion flavor and fresh lemon zing.
  • Uses easily foraged ingredients with minimal processing.
  • Perfect balance of sweetness from honey, ideal for vegetarian diets.
  • Versatile spread that enhances breakfast and dessert options alike.
02 -
  • Remove all green parts from the dandelions to avoid bitterness and a cloudy jelly.
  • Use a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to extract the clearest tea from blossoms.
  • Stir constantly during boiling to prevent scorching and ensure even setting.
  • Process jars in a water bath promptly to extend shelf life and maintain safety.
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