Delicious Wild Violet Jelly Recipe for Flavorful Delights
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:6 jars 1x
Description
Savor the taste of wild violet jelly with this easy recipe. Create flavorful treats that will impress your palate and enhance your desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups of wild violets (freshly picked)
4 cups of water
1/4 cup of lemon juice
1 package (1.75 oz) fruit pectin
5 cups of sugar
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract (optional)
1/2 teaspoon of lavender (optional)
Fresh violets for garnish (optional)
Lemon zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Prep Your Violets: Rinse wild violets gently under cold water and remove stems and leaves.
Boil the Extract: Combine violets and 4 cups of water in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Strain: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove petals.
Add Lemon Juice and Pectin: Pour the strained liquid back into the pot, stir in lemon juice and pectin, and bring to a rolling boil while stirring continuously.
Sweeten It Up: Gradually add in sugar, stirring until fully dissolved, then bring back to a boil for 1-2 minutes.
Check for Set: Spoon a little onto a plate to test; it should hold a line.
Jar It Up: Pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars, seal with lids, and cool at room temperature.
Notes
Capture the essence of spring with this delightful wild violet jelly, perfect for enhancing your brunch or spreading on toast.
