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Homemade Dandelion Jelly

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A sweet, floral jelly made from foraged dandelion petals, perfect for spreading on toast or gifting. This easy recipe captures the essence of spring in a jar with simple ingredients and a quick cooking process.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh dandelion petals (yellow parts only, loosely packed)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 box fruit pectin (about 1.75 oz or 50 grams, e.g. Sure-Jell)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, to reduce foaming)

Instructions

  1. Pick about 4 cups of fresh dandelion petals, rinse gently in cool water, and pat dry.
  2. Place petals in a large pot and add 4 cups of water. Simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and steep for 10 minutes until water turns golden.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing gently to extract liquid. Discard petals.
  4. Measure exactly 4 cups of the dandelion-infused liquid, adding water if needed.
  5. Return liquid to the pot. Stir in fruit pectin and fresh lemon juice until well combined.
  6. Heat over high heat, stirring constantly until a full rolling boil is reached.
  7. Add granulated sugar all at once, stirring quickly and thoroughly.
  8. Return to a full rolling boil and boil for exactly 1 minute while stirring constantly.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in butter to reduce foam.
  10. Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids.
  11. Let jars cool at room temperature until set, about 4 to 6 hours or overnight. Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate after opening.

Notes

[‘Pick petals on a dry day from pesticide-free areas.’, ‘Avoid green parts of the flower to prevent bitterness.’, ‘Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and set.’, ‘A full rolling boil is essential for proper jelly setting.’, ‘Add butter at the end to reduce foaming.’, ‘Sterilize jars to prevent spoilage.’, ‘If jelly doesn’t set, reboil with additional pectin.’, ‘For vegan jelly, omit butter or use a vegan substitute.’, ‘Lower sugar versions will have a softer set and less bright flavor.’, ‘Try adding fresh mint, lavender, or spices like ginger or cinnamon for variations.’]

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