Why I’m Obsessed with Dandelion Honey (and How to Make It)

If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be out foraging dandelions like some whimsical forager fairy, I might have laughed. But here we are—and honestly? It’s one of the most grounding, healing rituals I’ve added to my spring routine.

While searching for a recipe for dandelion salve (to soothe my grandkids’ chickenpox, actually), I stumbled upon something even sweeter: Dandelion Honey.

And now? It’s my favorite way to use these wild golden blooms.

Dandelions aren’t just weeds they’re wild medicine. They support digestion, liver function, detoxification, and inflammation. And when you steep those sun-bright petals into a slow syrup, something magical happens.

It’s sunshine in a jar. Sweet, earthy, and floral—but without being overpowering. We use it like regular honey: stirred into tea drizzled over pancakes , hot oatmeal, buckwheat, spread on sourdough or just by the spoonful when someone needs a little herbal support

And yes—it’s a beautiful way to bring the outdoors in.

The Recipe I Use

I found the recipe on one of my favorite homesteading sites, Practical Self Reliance. Ashley’s recipes always have just the right mix of tradition and practicality, and this one’s no different.

Here’s the short version of how it works:

1. Harvest fresh, unsprayed dandelion heads.

2. Gently pull the petals and steep them in water.

3. Strain, add organic cane sugar, and simmer down into a thick, golden syrup.

That’s it. No bees required just sunshine, petals, and a little patience.

• 2 cups water

• 1 cup dandelion petals, yellow parts only, fluffy, not packed

• 1 cup sugar

• 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice, or 1/8 tsp. citric acid, not optional

Link at bottom for full recipe

Why I Love This Ritual

It’s not just about the honey. It’s about slowing down enough to notice what’s growing around me. To gather it with intention. To simmer something sweet while barefoot in the kitchen. To let myself be a little enchanted by the simple things.

It’s part food, part medicine, part therapy.

A Few Tips If You’re New to Foraging

Only harvest from areas that haven’t been sprayed with chemicals. Pick early in the day after the dew has dried. Leave some for the bees and the ecosystem they need it too. Make it a family thing! My grandkids love helping gather the flowers.

Want More Herbal Recipes?

If you love stuff like this, you might also like my [Dandelion Salve Recipe] (coming soon!) and my [Free Viral Detox Guide Below]—where I share natural tools for supporting your body during flare-ups and immune challenges.

 Free Viral Detox Guide https://anewlifefarm.myflodesk.com/g2o4qjorpn

Dandelion Honey Recipe (from Flowers) - Adamant Kitchen