Description
Create delightful homemade dandelion candy with simple ingredients. Sweet, unique flavor awaits you in this easy recipe for a tasty treat!
2 cups of dandelion blossoms2 cups of sugar1 cup of waterOptional: splash of lemon juiceOptional: dash of vanilla extractOptional: powdered sugar for rolling
Harvest the dandelions on a sunny day, ensuring they are fresh and free from bugs or dirt. Rinse and let them dry.In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 2 cups of sugar. Stir over medium heat until fully dissolved and bring to a light boil.Toss in the dandelion blossoms and stir gently, reducing the heat to a simmer. Let them steep for 10 minutes.Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to separate the blossoms from the syrup.Return the syrup to the heat and boil for an additional 10-15 minutes until it thickens.Drizzle small amounts onto a sheet of parchment paper or silicone mat to form candy pieces.Allow the candies to cool and harden, then optionally roll in powdered sugar before serving. Notes
A nostalgic homemade treat made from dandelion flowers that brings back childhood memories of sunny afternoons.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 20 pieces
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
