Description
Sweet dandelion jelly whispers springtime magic across meadows and gardens. Nature’s golden nectar becomes a smooth, delicate spread promising sunlight and wildflower memories for curious palates seeking seasonal delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 cups fresh dandelion petals (only the yellow part, no green)
- 3 cups boiling water
Acid and Pectin:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 box (1.75 ounces / 49.6 grams) powdered fruit pectin
Instructions
- Forage pristine dandelion blossoms from an untreated landscape, meticulously extracting only the vibrant yellow petals while discarding green components.
- Submerge harvested petals in scalding water, allowing them to infuse and create a golden herbal essence. Allow the concoction to rest undisturbed for several hours or throughout the night, then carefully strain through a fine-mesh filter to yield a clear, fragrant liquid.
- Transfer the delicate dandelion tea into a robust cooking vessel, introducing freshly squeezed citrus juice and powdered pectin. Gently agitate until the thickening agent dissolves completely, creating a smooth preliminary mixture.
- Elevate the liquid to a vigorous, rolling boil, stirring constantly. Swiftly incorporate granulated sweetener, maintaining an aggressive heat that generates substantial bubbling and promotes natural thickening.
- After precisely 12 minutes of intense boiling, remove from heat source. Skim away any accumulated foam, revealing a translucent, amber-hued preserve.
- Sanitize glass receptacles, then methodically ladle the molten jelly, ensuring immaculate rim surfaces. Secure lids firmly to create an airtight seal.
- Optionally, implement a water bath processing technique to enhance preservation, submerging sealed jars in rapidly boiling water for ten complete minutes.
Notes
- Forage Wisely: Choose dandelions from areas untouched by chemicals, pesticides, or heavy traffic to ensure pure, safe petal collection.
- Petal Precision: Carefully remove green parts to avoid bitterness, focusing solely on bright yellow petals for a smooth, delicate jelly flavor.
- Steeping Secrets: Allow ample steeping time to extract maximum floral essence, creating a rich, aromatic tea base that captures the dandelion’s subtle nuances.
- Texture Triumph: Strain the tea thoroughly using fine cheesecloth to remove any debris, ensuring a crystal-clear, silky jelly texture.
- Sugar Balance: Measure sugar precisely to achieve the perfect set and sweetness, balancing the delicate floral notes with a gentle sweetness.
- Preservation Perfection: Properly seal and process jars to extend shelf life and maintain the jelly’s vibrant flavor and smooth consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg