Lavender Jelly with Chamomile
Delight your senses with this enchanting Lavender Jelly with Chamomile, a unique floral spread that perfectly balances delicate herbal notes with a touch of citrusy brightness from fresh lemon juice. Infused with dried culinary lavender and chamomile flowers, the jelly captures the essence of a peaceful garden in bloom, making it an elegant addition to your breakfast table or an exquisite handmade gift. This recipe is simple to create, requiring just 10 minutes of prep time and basic canning steps for long-term storage. For an extra touch of beauty, add a drop of purple food coloring to achieve a vibrant hue that mirrors its sophisticated flavor. Serve this aromatic jelly with warm scones, crusty toast, or creamy cheeses for an unforgettable pairing. Perfect for brunches, tea parties, or as a thoughtful homemade treat, this lavender and chamomile jelly brings a touch of nature’s elegance to your plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Dried culinary lavender
- 2 tablespoons Dried chamomile flowers
- 2.5 cups Water
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Liquid pectin
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 drop Purple food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a gentle boil.
Add the dried lavender and chamomile flowers to the boiling water. Remove the saucepan from heat, cover it, and steep the mixture for 15 minutes.
Strain the infused liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl to remove any flower solids. Discard the solids.
Return the strained liquid to the saucepan. Add the granulated sugar and fresh lemon juice, stirring well to dissolve the sugar completely.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
Once boiling, stir in the liquid pectin. Allow the mixture to boil vigorously for 1 minute, then remove it from the heat.
If desired, add a drop of purple food coloring for a vibrant hue. Stir well to ensure even coloring.
Carefully ladle the hot jelly mixture into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top.
Seal the jars with sterilized lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes if storing long-term, or allow the jars to cool and refrigerate for immediate use.
Let the jelly set at room temperature for 24 hours before serving or gifting. Serve with toast, scones, or select cheeses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 605.2 g | 220% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 600.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
