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Dandelion Jelly

Delight in Homemade Dandelion Jelly: A Sweet Spring Treat

Dandelion Jelly is a unique spring treat that combines floral sweetness and sustainable cooking into a delightful homemade spread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 5 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 3.25 cups Water Essential for extracting flavors
  • 4 cups Dandelion Petals Loosely packed, avoid green parts
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can substitute with citric acid
  • 1 package (1.75 ounces) Powdered Fruit Pectin No substitutes available
  • 1 drop Yellow Food Coloring Optional for visual appeal
  • 4.5 cups White Sugar Provides sweetness and aids preservation

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Fine Mesh Sieve or Cheesecloth
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Dandelion Jelly
  1. Prepare Dandelion Petals: Bring 3 ¼ cups of water to a gentle simmer. Add 2 cups of dandelion petals and simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Strain the Mixture: Strain the mixture into a bowl, measuring out 3 cups of dandelion-infused water.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In the pot, mix 3 cups of dandelion water, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 package of powdered fruit pectin, and yellow food coloring.
  4. Bring to a Rolling Boil: Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then add 4.5 cups of sugar and boil for another minute.
  5. Jar the Jelly: Pour the jelly into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace and wipe the rims clean.
  6. Seal and Process: Seal jars and process in boiling water bath for 7 minutes.
  7. Cool and Store: After processing, cool jars upside down for 24 hours, then check seals and store.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 130gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 120gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Use only bright yellow dandelion petals and avoid any green parts to minimize bitterness. Involve your family for a fun bonding experience during foraging.

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