🌼 Dandelion Bread Recipe
A Delightfully Earthy and Floral Quick Bread
Don’t overlook those bright yellow flowers in your backyard—dandelion petals are edible and surprisingly delicious when baked into this rustic, golden bread. Dandelion Bread is a mildly sweet, lightly earthy quick bread that makes a beautiful spring treat. It’s perfect for breakfast with butter or honey, or as a soft snack with tea.
🍞 Ingredients:
1 cup dandelion petals (yellow only, no green parts, washed and dried)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, adds warmth)
2 eggs
½ cup honey (or sugar for a less floral flavor)
1 ½ cups milk
â…“ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prep the Dandelion Petals
Pick fresh dandelion heads and gently pull out the yellow petals.
Avoid green bits—they can be bitter.
Rinse petals and spread them on a paper towel to dry thoroughly.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the honey, milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine and Fold
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir gently just until combined—don’t overmix.
Fold in the dandelion petals evenly.
5. Bake
Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
🍯 Serving Suggestions:
Spread with butter, honey, or cream cheese
Toast and enjoy with lemon curd
Serve with herbal tea or chamomile
🌿 Tips & Notes:
Foraging Tip: Only use dandelions from unsprayed, pesticide-free areas.
Flavor Variations: Add lemon zest or swap cinnamon for nutmeg for a twist.
Storage: Wrap in foil and keep at room temp for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer.
đź’¬ Final Thoughts:
Dandelion Bread is a beautiful way to reconnect with nature and turn a “weed” into something comforting and nourishing. Whether you’re a foraging enthusiast or just curious about edible flowers, this bread is a gentle, delicious introduction.