Description
Dandelion Honey is a golden, floral vegan syrup made from fresh dandelion blossoms. With a delicate sweetness and slight citrusy undertone, it mimics the flavor and texture of traditional honey and is perfect for drizzling on toast, stirring into tea, or pairing with cheese boards and appetizers.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups dandelion flower heads (just the yellow petals, no green parts)
- 2 cups water
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Rinse the Petals: Thoroughly rinse the dandelion petals to remove any dirt or bugs, ensuring a clean base for the syrup.
- Simmer the Flowers and Lemon: In a medium saucepan, combine dandelion petals, water, and lemon slices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 20–30 minutes to extract flavors.
- Steep the Mixture: Remove from heat, cover, and allow the mixture to steep for at least 4 hours or overnight to deepen the floral taste.
- Strain the Liquid: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing to extract all the liquid and discard solids.
- Add Sugar and Simmer: Return the strained liquid to the saucepan, add the granulated sugar, bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer gently for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to a honey-like consistency.
- Cool and Store: Pour the syrup into sterilized jars and let it cool completely before sealing for storage.
Notes
- Only use dandelions harvested from areas free of pesticides or herbicides to ensure safety.
- For a thicker syrup, simmer the mixture for a longer period until desired consistency is reached.
- This dandelion honey is vegan and can be stored in a cool, dark place to remain shelf-stable for a few weeks.
