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Wild Violet Jelly

Wild Violet Jelly: Bring Spring's Magic to Your Table

Discover the enchanting process of making Wild Violet Jelly, a delightful homemade treat that captures the essence of spring.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 2 cups Sweet Violet Blossoms Remove stems
  • 4 cups Water For steeping
  • 2 ounces Powdered Pectin Use according to package instructions
  • 4 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for consistency
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Adds acidity

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth
  • Sterilized jars

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather sweet violet blossoms, remove stems, and rinse under cool water.
  2. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil, add blossoms, and steep for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Strain the liquid into a bowl and cool.
  4. Return the violet tea to the saucepan, bring to a boil, and add powdered pectin, stirring until dissolved.
  5. Gradually stir in 4 cups of granulated sugar and boil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  6. Perform a cold plate test to check if the jelly sets properly.
  7. Pour the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch of headspace.
  8. Allow jars to cool completely and check seals.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Ensure accurate measurements for pectin and sugar. Test the jelly's set with the cold plate test.

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