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Dandelion Jelly

Delicious Dandelion Jelly: Sweeten Your Spring Mornings

Dandelion Jelly is a unique homemade treat that adds flavor to your spring mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly Base
  • 2 cups Dandelion Flowers Rinse thoroughly to remove any green parts.
  • 4 cups Boiling Water Used for steeping.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice can substitute.
  • 1 box Low Sugar Powdered Pectin
  • 3 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
For Preservation
  • 5 jars Sterilized Jars Keep jars hot during filling.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large glass jar
  • cheesecloth or fine strainer
  • sterilized jars
  • canning funnel
  • boiling water canner

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Dandelion Jelly
  1. Rinse the Dandelion Flowers thoroughly under cool water.
  2. Combine the rinsed dandelion petals with boiling water and let steep in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Strain the flower mixture through cheesecloth into a large bowl.
  4. In a large pot, combine the strained dandelion liquid with lemon juice and pectin. Bring to a rolling boil for at least 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually add sugar, continuing to boil for another 2 minutes until fully dissolved.
  6. Ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace.
  7. Process the jars in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes.
  8. Cool jars at room temperature overnight and check the seals after 12–24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Choose fresh dandelion flowers for the best flavor. Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

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