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Fresh Homemade Dandelion Jelly Recipe with Lemon and Honey

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A delightful homemade jelly made from fresh dandelion petals, balanced with lemon juice and honey for a floral, sweet, and citrusy spread perfect for spring.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh dandelion petals (pesticide-free, yellow parts only)
  • 5 cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
  • ¼ cup raw mild-flavored honey
  • 1.75 ounces fruit pectin (half a box Sure-Jell or similar)
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Gently pluck about 4 cups of fresh yellow dandelion petals from pesticide-free areas, avoiding green parts. Rinse briefly in cold water to remove dirt and insects. (15 minutes)
  2. Place petals in a large bowl and pour 4 cups boiling water over them. Cover and steep for 24 hours at room temperature (minimum 4–6 hours if short on time).
  3. Strain the petals through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pot, pressing gently to extract liquid. Discard petals. (10 minutes)
  4. Stir in 5 cups sugar, ½ cup lemon juice, and ¼ cup honey into the dandelion liquid. Mix well but do not heat yet. (5 minutes)
  5. Heat mixture over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. When it reaches a rolling boil, quickly stir in 1.75 oz fruit pectin. Boil hard for 1 minute while stirring constantly. (10 minutes)
  6. Remove from heat and test jelly set by placing a spoonful on a cold plate; if it wrinkles after a minute, it is set. If not, boil another minute and test again. (5 minutes)
  7. Ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars using a funnel, leaving ¼-inch headspace. Wipe rims clean and seal with lids. (10 minutes)
  8. Optionally, process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes for longer shelf life. Otherwise, refrigerate and consume within a month. (15 minutes)

Notes

Pick dandelions on a dry morning after dew has dried but before midday heat for best flavor. Avoid green parts to reduce bitterness. Stir constantly during boiling to prevent scorching. Test jelly set with cold plate method. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Jelly thickens as it cools; do not worry if runny when hot.

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