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Lilac Jelly

Delightful Lilac Jelly: A Sweet Taste of Spring Bliss

Lilac Jelly captures the essence of spring with a refreshing, floral taste and vibrant color.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Steeping Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 4 cups Fresh Lilac Petals Use fresh, chemical-free petals.
  • 4 cups Boiling Water To steep the lilac petals.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Reduces foaming.
  • 7.5 cups Sugar Key sweetener.
  • 2 packets Liquid Pectin Essential for texture.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lilac Jelly
  1. Harvest fresh lilac blossoms from a chemical-free area, separating petals from stems.
  2. Combine lilac petals with boiling water in a pot, cover, and steep for 2 to 8 hours.
  3. Strain the lilac tea into a bowl or pot using a fine mesh strainer, discarding the petals.
  4. In a large pot, mix the strained lilac tea, sugar, lemon juice, and butter.
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring frequently for one minute.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in liquid pectin, mixing well for about five minutes.
  7. Pour hot lilac jelly into sterilized jars, filling to a quarter inch from the top.
  8. Process jars in a boiling water bath for ten minutes to seal and preserve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSugar: 20g

Notes

To enjoy all year, store jars in a cool, dark place or freeze in airtight containers.

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