Description

Dandelion Syrup is a delightful homemade floral syrup made from fresh dandelion petals, water, lemon juice, and sugar. This vibrant, honey-like syrup is perfect for drizzling over pancakes, yogurt, or adding a unique floral sweetness to tea. Using naturally foraged dandelions from chemical-free areas, this syrup captures the essence of spring in a jar, offering a natural, vegan-friendly condiment that enhances a variety of dishes.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

2 cups fresh dandelion petals (green parts removed)
2 cups water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups granulated sugar

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Instructions

Prepare Dandelion Petals: Rinse the dandelion petals gently under cool running water to remove any dirt or insects. Ensure you discard the green parts of the petals as they can add bitterness.
Simmer Petals in Water: Place the rinsed petals in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes.
Steep for Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the petals to steep in the hot water for at least 1 hour, or leave it overnight for a more intense floral flavor.
Strain the Liquid: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean saucepan, discarding the spent petals. This will leave you with a delicate dandelion-infused liquid.
Add Lemon Juice and Sugar: Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 2 cups of granulated sugar into the strained liquid. Place the saucepan back on medium heat.
Simmer to Syrup Consistency: Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar. Continue simmering for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the liquid reduces and thickens to a syrupy consistency.
Jar and Store: Pour the hot syrup into sterilized jars and allow it to cool completely before sealing. Store the syrup in the refrigerator where it will keep well for several weeks.

Notes

Always harvest dandelions from unsprayed, chemical-free areas to ensure safety and purity.
The syrup has a subtle, honey-like floral flavor that complements pancakes, yogurt, or tea beautifully.
For a deeper flavor, allow the petals to steep overnight before straining.
Make sure to sterilize jars properly to extend shelf life.
If the syrup becomes too thick after refrigeration, gently warm before use.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 50
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg