Description
Dandelion Honey is a vegan, bee-free alternative that captures the floral essence of spring. Made from foraged dandelion petals, lemon, vanilla, and sugar, this golden syrup is perfect for drizzling, sweetening, and gifting.
Ingredients
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4 cups (950 ml) dandelion petals
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4 cups (950 ml) water
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3 lemon slices (1/4-inch thick)
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1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
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2 1/2 cups (500 g) granulated sugar
Instructions
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Harvest Dandelions: Pick 4 cups of dandelion flowers from a clean, pesticide-free area during the day.
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Prepare the Petals: Rinse gently and dry. Remove yellow petals from each flower, discarding the green parts.
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Make the Infusion: In a saucepan, combine petals and water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, add lemon slices and vanilla bean. Cover and steep at room temperature for 6 hours.
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Strain the Liquid: Strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing down to extract all the liquid. Discard solids.
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Create the Syrup: Return liquid to pan. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Simmer gently for 60–90 minutes until thickened.
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Bottle the Honey: Pour into sterilized jars. Cool before sealing. Store in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Carefully remove all green parts from the flowers to avoid bitterness.
The honey will thicken more as it cools—test on a cold plate for doneness.
Store sealed jars in a dark pantry for up to 1 year. Refrigerate after opening.
- Prep Time: 6 hours (steeping time)
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Condiments & Spreads
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Foraged