Lower Sugar Dandelion Jelly
Lightly sweet delicious jelly for spreads and more.
Servings 128
Calories 18kcal
Ingredients
- 4 c. dandelion flowers loosely packed
- 4 c. boiling water
- 2 c. granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 box powdered pectin low sugar variety Sure Jell makes it.
Instructions
- First, make a dandelion tea. Rinse dandelion petals thoroughly. Make sure all green is removed.
- Place flowers in a large container, such as a glass jar.
- Pour boiling water over the flowers and stir lightly to cover. Allow to cool then place in the refrigerator to steep overnight or at least 4 hours.
- Read all directions before proceeding.
- Strain the flowers from the liquid, using a cheesecloth, strainer or simply squeeze them with your hands. The cheesecloth will result in a clearer jelly but the strainer works just fine.
- Place the 4 cups of liquid into a large pot. Add the lemon juice and pectin and stir. Bring the liquid to a boil. Stir in the sugar and allow the mixture to return to a boil and boil for 2 minutes while stirring.
- Immediately ladle the mixture into jars. Fill to about ¼ inch of the tops to allow expansion. Wipe any drips from the rims of the jars. Place flat parts of the lids on the tops of the jars. Screw on the rings of the lids by hand. Allow to cool and set up.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition
Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 751IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.2mg