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Daylily Jelly

Homemade Daylily Jelly: Sweet Floral Bliss Awaits

Experience the delightful taste of Daylily Jelly, a sweet floral treat that captures the essence of summer in every jar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 2 cups Fresh Daylily Blooms Best harvested in the morning while fresh.
  • 4 cups Boiling Water Rolling boil for steeping.
  • 4 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens jelly and stabilizes texture.
  • 1 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 packet Pectin Ensure it's specifically labeled for jelly-making.
For Jar Preparation
  • 6 jars Sterilized Mason Jars Must be prepared before pouring.
  • 1 pot Water for Boiling Bath Needed for sealing jars.

Equipment

  • Heatproof container
  • Large Pot
  • Mason jars
  • Boiling water bath pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Daylily Jelly
  1. Harvest fresh daylily blooms early in the morning, removing inedible parts.
  2. Place blooms in a heatproof container and pour boiling water over them. Steep for 12-24 hours.
  3. Strain the liquid to remove petals. Mix 3 cups of floral infusion, sugar, lemon juice, and pectin in a pot.
  4. Bring mixture to a rapid boil, stirring constantly, for about 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  5. Ladle hot jelly into sterilized mason jars, leaving headspace. Wipe rims for sealing.
  6. Seal jars and process in boiling water for 10 minutes. Let cool before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 27gSugar: 25gVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Use only fresh daylily blooms labeled as edible. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

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