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Dandelion Jelly

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Dandelion Jelly is a bright, golden jelly made from fresh dandelion petals. It has a light, honey-like flavor and a smooth texture—perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or even adding to tea. A simple and beautiful way to use those backyard blossoms!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups fresh dandelion petals (only the yellow part, no green)

  • 3 cups boiling water

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 box (1.75 oz) powdered fruit pectin

  • 4½ cups granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Collect and Prep Petals:
    Pick fresh dandelion blossoms from a clean area free of pesticides. Remove the green parts and keep only the yellow petals.

  2. Make Dandelion Tea:
    Place petals in a heat-safe bowl. Pour boiling water over them. Cover and steep for several hours or overnight. Strain through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer. You’ll need 3 cups of the liquid (dandelion tea) for the jelly.

  3. Prepare Jelly Base:
    In a large pot, combine the dandelion tea and lemon juice. Stir in the powdered pectin until fully dissolved.

  4. Cook the Jelly:
    Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat. Add sugar all at once and stir constantly. Bring back to a boil and boil hard for 1–2 minutes.

  5. Jar the Jelly:
    Remove from heat and skim off any foam. Carefully pour jelly into sterilized jars, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, apply lids, and tighten bands.

  6. Process (Optional but Recommended):
    Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure a good seal.

Notes

  • The flavor is mild and honey-like—it’s not overly floral.

  • Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to a year.

  • Once opened, refrigerate and use within a month.

  • Great on toast, biscuits, or even drizzled over pancakes.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/dandelion-jelly/