Description
Flower jelly is an enchanting treat that brings the beauty of fresh blossoms into a sweet, aromatic delicacy. This delightful floral jelly not only enhances desserts but also makes for an exquisite gift. With vibrant colors and captivating flavors, flower jelly is perfect for tea parties, special celebrations, or simply indulging in a unique culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups edible flower blossoms
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 to 4 cups sugar (to taste)
- 1 box powdered pectin (1.75 oz)
Instructions
- Prepare the flowers by separating the blossoms from their stems and removing any green parts.
- Infuse the flowers by pouring boiling water over them and allowing steeping for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the infusion into a saucepan and add lemon juice to enhance flavor and color.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then stir in the powdered pectin until completely dissolved.
- Incorporate sugar while stirring until fully dissolved, then boil again for one minute.
- Ladle the jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. If canning, process in a water bath for 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: Floral
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg