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Homemade Small-Batch Dandelion Jelly with Vanilla

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A simple and delightful recipe for making floral, sweet dandelion jelly infused with warm vanilla, perfect for beginners and small batches.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh yellow dandelion petals (discard green parts)
  • 4 cups (960 ml) water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 4 cups (800 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (1.75 oz or 50 g) powdered pectin
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or seeds from half a vanilla bean

Instructions

  1. Gently pluck about 4 cups of fresh dandelion petals, avoiding the green parts to prevent bitterness. Rinse thoroughly under cool water to remove dirt and critters (15–20 minutes).
  2. Place petals in a large pot and add 4 cups (960 ml) of water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes until water turns yellow-gold.
  3. Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into another pot or bowl, pressing gently to extract about 3 cups (720 ml) of dandelion infusion. Discard petals.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 4 cups (800 g) granulated sugar into the dandelion liquid. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves.
  5. Slowly sprinkle 1 packet (1.75 oz or 50 g) powdered pectin into the boiling mixture, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Boil hard for 1 minute while stirring.
  6. Remove pot from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or seeds from half a vanilla bean.
  7. Ladle hot jelly into sterilized glass jars, leaving about 1/4 inch (6 mm) headspace. Wipe rims clean and screw on lids tightly.
  8. Let jars cool completely at room temperature (a few hours). Jelly will thicken as it cools. Store in refrigerator for up to one month or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Pick dandelions midday on a dry day to avoid diluted flavor. Discard green parts to prevent bitterness. Stir constantly when adding pectin and boil hard for 1 minute to ensure proper gel formation. Add vanilla after removing from heat to preserve aroma. If jelly doesn’t set, reheat with more pectin as per package instructions.

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