Confiture De Crameillotte (Dandelion Flower Jelly)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Confiture De Crameillotte (Dandelion Flower Jelly) for your breakfast toast or croissant

by The Chefin Jelly

Prep

20 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

50g

Fat

Confiture De Crameillotte is a French jelly that originates from the Burgundy region. It's made with the yellow petals of dandelion flowers, which are abundant in the spring when they bloom in meadows and fields. This jelly has been a popular delicacy in the French countryside for generations, and it's now gaining popularity worldwide as a unique and flavorful preserve. The process of making the jelly is straightforward and doesn't require any special skills or equipment, making it a great activity to do with family and friends. The jelly can be enjoyed on toast, croissants, or scones, or used as a glaze for meats and vegetables.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the dandelion flowers and remove all the yellow parts, making sure no stems or greens remain. Do this quickly to reduce the amount of bitter flavor.
2.	Put the yellow petals in a pot with the water, lemon slices, and vanilla bean; bring to a boil and let it boil for 10 minutes.
3.	Remove the pot from the heat, cover it with a lid, and leave it rest for at least 12 hours or overnight.
4.	Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove all the flowers, lemons, and vanilla beans.
5.	Measure the liquid and place it back in the pot. For each liter of liquid, add 1 kg of sugar.
6.	Put the pot over medium-high heat for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
7.	Test the jelly by putting a spoonful on a cold plate. If it wrinkles when pushed with a finger, then it's ready. If not, boil a little longer and test again.

PROS

Confiture de Crameillotte is a unique and delicious jelly that is easy to make with a few simple ingredients.

It has a honey-like flavor with a floral aroma that can brighten up your taste buds.

It can be a perfect spread for your favorite toast or croissant in the morning.

CONS

The jelly has a relatively short shelf life compared to other preserved foods, so it’s best to make small batches and store them in airtight containers in a cool dark place.

The process of harvesting and preparing the dandelion flowers can take some time and effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dandelion flowers are rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and C.
They have been traditionally used for their medicinal properties, including improving digestion, reducing inflammation, and strengthening the immune system.
This jelly can be a healthy substitute for processed and artificial sweeteners.

	1 liter dandelion flowers ( only the yellow , no green and definitely no stems )
	1 liter water
	3 slices lemons
	1 vanilla bean , cut in half
	1 kg sugar