Hibiscus Jelly Recipe

Name: Hibiscus Jelly
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup flor de jamaica dried hibiscus flowers; 1 1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice or 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice; 1 cup boiling water; 1 cup vinegar; 1 lemon, juice (about 4 tablespoons); 1 3/4 ounces dry pectin; 5 1/2 cups sugar; Optional Additions; 1/4 inch fresh gingerroot, peeled will give a nice kick; 4 cardamom pods, crushed, will give warmth; 1 cinnamon stick

Servings: persons

1/4 cup flor de jamaica dried hibiscus flowers
1 1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice or 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice
1 cup boiling water
1 cup vinegar
1 lemon, juice (about 4 tablespoons)
1 3/4 ounces dry pectin
5 1/2 cups sugar
Optional Additions
1/4 inch fresh gingerroot, peeled will give a nice kick
4 cardamom pods, crushed, will give warmth
1 cinnamon stick

1
Steep dried blossom in boiling water off heat adding any optional ingredients if using. Steep for 1-2 hour over night is fine.
2
Prepare boiling water canner and lids and jars.
3
Strain steeped liquid twice the second time through a coffee filter. Discarding solids.
4
Place all ingredients but the sugar in a large heavy pot bring to a rolling boil.
5
Add sugar and return to a rolling boil.
6
Ladle into sterile jars leaving 1/4 inch head space. Wipe rims clean and apply lids and bands.
7
Process in a hot water bath covered by 1-2 inches of water for 10 minutes.
8
Shut off flame for 5 minutes.
9
Remove without tilting the jars.
10
Set on a flat surface in a draft free place 12-24 hours.
11
Remove bands and wipe jars.
12
Label and store in a dark place for 1 year.

1726

kcal

Calories

Fat

311

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup flor de jamaica dried hibiscus flowers, 1 1/2 cups unsweetened apple juice or 1 1/2 cups unsweetened cranberry juice, 1 cup boiling water, 1 cup vinegar, and more.

Yes, Hibiscus Jelly falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Hibiscus Jelly

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