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Delightful and Easy Dandelion Jelly

Delightful and Easy Dandelion Jelly for a Springtime Treat

Explore how to make Delightful and Easy Dandelion Jelly and bring a taste of spring into your kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 6 hours
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 3.25 cups Water Essential base for infusing dandelion flavor; use as-is for best results.
  • 2 cups Dandelion Petals The star of this jelly, providing unique floral flavor; choose large, bright yellow petals and avoid green parts.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds necessary acidity to balance sweetness; can be swapped for lime or orange juice for a twist.
  • 1 package Powdered Fruit Pectin Ensures a perfect jelly texture; adhere to package instructions for optimal gelling.
  • 1 drop Yellow Food Coloring Enhances the jelly’s vibrant appearance; optional.
  • 4.5 cups White Sugar Key sweetener that helps preserve; can replace with honey for a richer taste or agave syrup for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Jars
  • Funnel
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring 3 ¼ cups of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Gradually stir in 2 cups of bright yellow dried dandelion petals and allow them to infuse for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare a fine mesh sieve over a large bowl and pour the mixture through, to separate the petal remnants from the infused water. Collect around 3 cups of the dandelion-infused water.
  3. Return the infused water to the pot. Add 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 package of powdered fruit pectin. Bring to a rolling boil.
  4. Once boiling, add 4 ½ cups of white sugar, stirring constantly until dissolved. Allow to boil for another minute without stirring.
  5. Pour the hot jelly mixture into sterilized jars, filling each to within ¼ inch of the top. Use a funnel for easier pouring.
  6. Prepare a boiling water bath and process the jars for 7 minutes to create a vacuum seal.
  7. Remove the jars and let them cool on a clean towel for 24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 23gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Choose vibrant yellow dandelion petals, forage responsibly, and properly sterilize jars to ensure optimal preservation of the jelly.

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