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Colorful jars of homemade flower jelly with floral decorations

Flower Jelly

A delightful, homemade spread made from edible flowers, capturing floral fragrance and color, perfect for breakfast or gifting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Condiment, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups edible flower blossoms (petals separated) Use only known edible flowers grown without pesticides.
  • 4 cups water Boiling water for infusion.
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Brightens color and balances sweetness.
  • 1 to 4 cups sugar Use more for a classic, firm set and brighter preservation.
  • 1 box powdered pectin (1.75 oz) Regular or Low Sugar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gently separate 4 cups of edible flower blossoms from their stems, removing any green parts.
  2. Rinse quickly only if the flowers are dusty; pat dry on a towel.
Making the Floral Tea
  1. Place the cleaned petals in a heatproof bowl. Pour 4 cups boiling water over the petals and stir gently.
  2. Allow the tea to infuse for about 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the desired color and aroma.
Straining the Tea
  1. Strain the floral tea through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a saucepan, and discard solids.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice to the strained tea.
Adding Pectin and Cooking
  1. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle in the powdered pectin while stirring.
  2. Allow to boil for 1 minute after adding pectin.
  3. Add the sugar and stir constantly until it dissolves.
  4. Bring back to a rolling boil for 1 minute.
Jarring the Jelly
  1. Remove from heat and ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  2. Wipe rims and apply lids.
Preserving
  1. Process jars in a boiling water bath canner for 10 minutes if canning.
  2. If not canning, cool jars completely before storing in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Notes

Consider roasting petals for deeper flavor. Flower jelly benefits from resting time for flavor development.