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Homemade Dandelion Jelly Recipe Easy Bright Floral Flavor

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A simple and delightful homemade dandelion jelly with a bright floral flavor, perfect for spreading on toast or pairing with cheese. This recipe captures the essence of dandelions without bitterness, using just a few pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh dandelion petals (yellow only, rinsed)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 package liquid pectin (e.g., Sure-Jell)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, to reduce foaming)

Instructions

  1. Pick bright yellow dandelion petals from a clean, pesticide-free area. Avoid green parts. Rinse gently and drain.
  2. In a large pot, combine petals with 4 cups water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and steep for 30 minutes.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing lightly to extract liquid. Discard petals.
  4. Measure 4 cups of the dandelion infusion and return to the pot. Add lemon juice and stir in the pectin. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly.
  5. Add sugar all at once and stir vigorously. Return to a full rolling boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously. Add butter if using to reduce foam.
  6. Test the jelly by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles and holds shape after a minute, it is ready. If not, boil another minute and test again.
  7. Remove from heat and ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe rims, seal with lids, and process in a boiling water bath for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Let jars cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours until sealed. Store in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate after opening.

Notes

Only use yellow dandelion petals to avoid bitterness. Gentle simmering extracts the best floral flavor. Butter helps reduce foam during boiling. Test jelly set with the cold plate method. Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to a year; refrigerate after opening and use within a month.

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