Basic Tea Jelly Recipe

Experience the magic of transforming your favorite tea into a luscious, jewel-toned jelly! This recipe uses high-quality tea to create a sophisticated and flavorful dessert. Perfect for afternoon tea or a unique culinary gift, this easy-to-follow recipe yields a delightful jelly with a rich tea aroma. Discover the perfect tea variety to elevate this recipe to new heights – share your findings in the comments! We recommend a high-quality organic chai for an exceptional result.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 97.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 2.9 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basic Tea Jelly

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How to Make Basic Tea Jelly

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
  2. Add 4-6 tea bags (depending on strength preference) and steep for 30 minutes, allowing the tea to infuse fully.
  3. Remove tea bags and gently squeeze out any remaining liquid.
  4. Add 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar to the brewed tea. Stir until completely dissolved.
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.
  6. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 box (1.75 oz) powdered pectin. Return to a boil and boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  8. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.
  9. Carefully pour the hot tea jelly into sterilized jars, leaving ½ inch headspace.
  10. Process the filled jars in a boiling water bath for 20 minutes (adjust processing time based on your altitude).
  11. Remove jars from the water bath and let them cool completely. You should hear a popping sound as the jars seal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g