Description
This golden Dandelion Candy is a sweet, floral treat made from foraged dandelion petals, perfect for springtime gifting or nostalgic snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh dandelion petals (yellow parts only)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Harvest about 4-5 cups of whole dandelion flowers.
- Pinch off yellow petals and discard green parts.
- Combine petals and water in a saucepan; bring to boil and simmer 10 minutes.
- Strain through cheesecloth or fine sieve; press out all liquid.
- Return dandelion liquid to pot, add sugar and lemon juice.
- Boil until syrup reaches 300°F (hard crack stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Pour hot syrup into candy molds or onto parchment. Let cool completely.
- Break into pieces if poured on a sheet.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Notes
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Use petals the same day they're picked for best flavor.
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A candy thermometer is ideal; alternatively, drop syrup in cold water and check for cracking.
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Optional: Add a drop of food coloring for deeper golden hue or a dash of mint/lavender for variation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 50