Rose Petal Jam

10 servings

30 minutes

Rose petal jam is an exquisite dessert with a delicate floral aroma. This recipe has roots in European cuisine, where flower jams were valued for their subtle taste and refinement. Rose petals, rich in natural sweetness, reveal their flavor when combined with sugar and a hint of lemon's acidity. The syrup infused with floral essence turns each spoonful of jam into a gastronomic delight. It pairs perfectly with toast, pancakes, or as an accompaniment to desserts, adding a romantic sophistication to them. Rose jam not only pleases the palate but also evokes the feeling of warm summer days filled with the scent of fresh flowers.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 718
• Proteins: 0.1g
• Fats: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 180.7g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 1.5 kg
• Rose petals: 0.5 kg
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Water: 1 glass

Cooking steps

1. Remove the petals from red or pink roses (removing the white parts), finely chop them, mix with 1/2 kg of sugar, place in a container, and leave like this for two days.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rose petals: 0.5 kg
   • Sugar: 1.5 kg

2. Boil syrup from the remaining sugar by adding lemon juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 1.5 kg
   • Lemon: 0.5 piece

3. Dip candied rose petals in hot syrup and simmer until the syrup is ready.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rose petals: 0.5 kg