Rose Jam

Rose petal jam is a fragrant and elegant homemade ingredient to have on hand to elevate breakfast, brunch, or even dessert dishes.

Ingredients

• 3 cups water (or unsweetened apple juice or unsweetened white grape juice)
• 1.5 cups food-grade rose petals (tightly packed)
• 1 (1.75-ounce) packet powdered fruit pectin
• 4 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon rose water

Steps

1. Gather the ingredients.
2. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the water or unsweetened juice with the rose petals. Bring the mixture to boiling, stirring occasionally. Boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the pectin. Bring to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Add the sugar. Return to a full rolling boil, stirring constantly. Boil hard 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Quickly skim off any foam with a metal spoon.
4. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and rose water.
5. Pour into sanitized jars and allow to set.
6. Store rose jam in the fridge for up to one month. Enjoy!