Flavorful Dandelion Honey Syrup with Vanilla and Cinnamon
A warm, cozy syrup made from fresh dandelion petals, vanilla bean, and cinnamon, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, or tea. This homemade syrup captures the essence of spring with a floral sweetness and subtle spice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups syrup (approximately 16 servings at 1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh yellow dandelion petals (washed and dried, no green parts)
- 4 cups granulated sugar (800g)
- 5 cups water (1.2 liters)
- 1 whole vanilla bean, split lengthwise (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
- 1 large cinnamon stick
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Pick around 4 cups of fresh dandelion petals, avoiding any green parts or stems. Rinse gently under cold water and lay them out on a clean towel to dry (about 15 minutes).
- In a large pot, add 5 cups of water and 4 cups of granulated sugar. Stir gently over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely (about 5 minutes). Avoid boiling.
- Add the dried dandelion petals, split vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick to the sugar water. Bring to a gentle simmer, then lower heat to maintain a soft bubble. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean bowl or pot. Press gently on the petals to extract flavor but avoid squeezing too hard.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Pour the warm syrup into sterilized glass jars, seal tightly, and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating.
Notes
Skim off any foam during simmering to keep syrup clear. Use only yellow petals to avoid bitterness. For stronger vanilla flavor, steep the vanilla bean overnight before straining. Sterilize jars before filling to prolong shelf life. The syrup thickens as it cools; warm gently before use if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20 ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 16
- Carbohydrates: 16
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