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Fresh Dandelion Honey Jelly Recipe with Zesty Lemon Twist

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A quick and easy homemade jelly made from fresh dandelion flowers, honey, and a zesty lemon twist. Perfect for spreading on toast or dolloping over yogurt, this jelly offers a bright, floral sweetness balanced with citrus zing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh dandelion flowers, petals only
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 ½ cups honey (mild-flavored like clover or wildflower)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons powdered pectin
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Gently pluck petals from about 4 cups of fresh dandelion flowers and rinse lightly under cold water to remove dirt or bugs (about 10 minutes).
  2. In a large saucepan, combine petals with 4 cups of water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until water turns golden.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl, pressing gently to extract liquid without bitterness. You should have about 3 cups of dandelion liquid. Let cool slightly.
  4. Return the dandelion liquid to the saucepan. Stir in honey, granulated sugar, powdered pectin, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  5. Bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Boil hard for 1-2 minutes until thickened and reaching about 220°F (104°C) if using a candy thermometer.
  6. Remove from heat and ladle hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about ¼ inch headspace. Wipe rims clean, seal with lids, and let cool completely at room temperature until set.
  7. Store jelly in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Do not over-squeeze the petals to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lemons for best flavor and natural pectin. Mild honey is recommended to avoid clashing flavors. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Sterilize jars properly to avoid spoilage. If jelly doesn’t set, use as syrup or add more pectin next time.

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