I love walking through my yard in early spring and finding sweet violets popping up here and there. After a long winter, it’s so welcoming to see these spots of color. If you’re lucky enough to have sweet violets where you live, then you absolutely must try this delicious recipe for violet jelly.
This violet jelly is delicately floral with a lightly sweet flavor similar to honey. I think if springtime had a taste, it would taste like this jelly, plus the color is amazing.
This is the perfect jelly recipe to open up during a long winter and be transported right into spring.
Is there something I can do if the jelly does not set? I’m past the 24 hour period and it’s in the fridge, but definitely still wiggly.
Sorry to hear this. I’ve had this happen to me a time or two. Typically Jam and jelly not setting are caused by temperature, pectin problems, or incorrect measurements. When my jelly didn’t set, I chose to use it as more of a syrup instead. It’s yummy over ice cream. I’ve also thickened jellies with a bit of cornstarch and used it as a fruit filling in baked goods.
How long will the violet tea keep in the fridge? Will it keep for 4-5 days before proceeding with making the jelly?
Janet,
I think that should be okay. I have had herbal teas in the fridge for that length of time and they were fine. I wouldn’t go any longer though. 🙂
What a great recipe!
Thank you! Your right the lemon juice was magic.