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Homemade Dandelion Jelly with Honey

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A quick and easy recipe for a silky smooth, floral dandelion jelly sweetened naturally with honey. Perfect for spreading on toast or stirring into tea.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh yellow dandelion petals (pesticide-free, avoid green parts)
  • 1½ cups honey (preferably local wildflower honey)
  • 3 cups filtered or spring water
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 package fruit pectin (about 1.75 oz or 49 grams, e.g., Sure-Jell brand)

Instructions

  1. Gently pluck about 4 cups of dandelion petals, avoiding any green parts. Rinse thoroughly in cold water to remove dirt and insects (about 10 minutes).
  2. Place petals in a large saucepan and add 3 cups of water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and steep for 20 minutes until water turns golden and aromatic.
  3. Strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or pot, pressing gently to extract flavor. Discard petals.
  4. Return strained liquid to saucepan. Stir in ¼ cup fresh lemon juice and the package of fruit pectin. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes to dissolve pectin.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1½ cups honey until fully combined.
  6. Pour hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids, and cool at room temperature until thickened (several hours).
  7. Store jelly in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or process in a water bath canner for longer shelf life.

Notes

Add honey after removing from heat to preserve its natural properties. Avoid green parts of dandelions to prevent bitterness. If jelly doesn’t set firmly, re-boil with more pectin. Use fresh lemon juice for best results. Jelly thickens as it cools and flavor deepens over a few days. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar but expect softer set.

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