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Easy Homemade Dandelion Jelly Recipe with Fresh Lemon and Honey

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A simple and delightful jelly made from fresh dandelion petals, fresh lemon juice, and honey, capturing the essence of spring with a smooth, sweet, and tangy flavor perfect for toast or cheese boards.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh yellow dandelion petals, carefully picked and washed (no green parts)
  • 4 cups (950 ml) water
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) honey (preferably mild floral honey like clover or wildflower; can substitute with organic cane sugar)
  • 1 package (about 1.75 oz or 50 g) powdered fruit pectin (e.g., Sure-Jell)
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pick and prepare the dandelions by gently plucking 4 cups of yellow petals, avoiding green parts. Rinse thoroughly in cool water.
  2. Place petals in a large pot and add 4 cups (950 ml) water. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 20 minutes to extract flavor.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing gently to extract liquid. Discard petals. You should have about 3 cups (720 ml) of liquid.
  4. Return the strained liquid to the pot. Stir in 1/3 cup (80 ml) fresh lemon juice and the fruit pectin package. Whisk well to prevent clumps.
  5. Bring mixture to a rapid boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Add 1 ½ cups (360 ml) honey all at once and stir thoroughly. Boil hard for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
  6. Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about ¼ inch (0.6 cm) headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids, and let cool at room temperature until jelly thickens.

Notes

Remove all green parts from dandelion petals to avoid bitterness. Stir constantly during boiling to prevent burning and ensure even pectin dissolution. Test jelly set by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; it should wrinkle when pushed. Sterilize jars properly for longer shelf life. For vegan version, substitute honey with agave or maple syrup but may require more pectin. Optional additions include berries during steeping or spices like cinnamon or cloves during simmering (remove before jarring).

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