04/21/2026
I’m just so in love with the violet syrup! I’ve been adding it to tea and coffee to add a floral/vanilla flavor and it’s amazing. That purple color is 100% natural not a single ounce of dye! 💜
The dandelion jelly is amazing too! Just had some with rye bread toast this morning. Also I water bathed some of the jelly. It has a shelf life of several years.🌼
Dandelion Jelly Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 cups dandelion tea
- 1 box fruit pectin
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 cups sugar
Steps:
1. Combine tea, lemon juice, and pectin in pot.
2. Bring to a hard rolling boil.
3. Add all sugar, stir quickly.
4. Return to rolling boil and boil exactly 1 minute.
5. Remove from heat, skim foam, pour into jars.
6. Let cool 12–24 hours to set.
OPTIONAL: Water bath for 10 minutes to make it shelf stable.
Violet Syrup Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups violet tea
- 1–1.5 cups sugar
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Steps:
1. Combine tea and sugar in pot.
2. Heat gently, stirring until dissolved.
3. Simmer 5–10 minutes (not a hard boil).
4. Remove from heat, add lemon juice (color changes).
5. Add vanilla if desired.
6. Cool and store in fridge (2–3 weeks)
