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Fresh Dandelion Jelly Recipe Easy Homemade Lemon Honey Spread

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A bright and floral homemade jelly made from fresh dandelion petals, lemon juice, and honey. This easy recipe captures the essence of spring with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups loosely packed fresh dandelion petals (bright yellow only, avoid green parts)
  • 4 cups water (filtered if possible)
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
  • 2 cups honey (mild-flavored like clover or wildflower)
  • 1 package fruit pectin (1.75 oz / 49 g)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, to reduce foaming)

Instructions

  1. Pick and prep petals: Gather about 4 cups of fresh dandelion petals, ensuring they are bright yellow and free from green bits. Rinse gently in cool water and drain.
  2. Steep the petals: In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups of water and the dandelion petals. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until water turns golden yellow.
  3. Strain the liquid: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or pot, pressing lightly to extract liquid. Discard petals.
  4. Add lemon juice and pectin: Pour the strained liquid back into the saucepan. Stir in ½ cup fresh lemon juice and 1 package fruit pectin until well combined.
  5. Bring to a boil: Heat over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until a full rolling boil is reached (about 5 minutes). Add 1 tablespoon butter to reduce foaming if desired.
  6. Add honey: Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups honey until fully dissolved.
  7. Jar the jelly: Ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids.
  8. Process jars (optional): For longer shelf life, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Otherwise, refrigerate and use within a month.
  9. Cool and store: Let jars cool completely at room temperature. Jelly will thicken as it cools.

Notes

Pick petals on a dry day and avoid green parts to reduce bitterness. Stir constantly during boiling to prevent scorching. Add honey off heat to preserve enzymes and flavor. Test jelly set by placing a spoonful on a chilled plate; if it wrinkles when pushed, it is ready. For longer storage, process jars in a boiling water bath. Vegan version can be made by substituting honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

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