Dandelion Bread

Delightfully unique and bursting with earthy sweetness, dandelion bread is a wholesome twist on a classic loaf that showcases nature’s most underestimated ingredient: fresh dandelion petals. This quick bread recipe blends the golden, floral notes of dandelions with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla for a subtly sweet, aromatic loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a mid-afternoon snack. The preparation is simple, with just 15 minutes of prep time, and the result is a soft, moist bread with pops of vibrant yellow petals throughout. Serve this homemade bread warm with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey for a comforting treat that’s allergen-friendly and kid-approved. It’s a creative way to forage fresh, pesticide-free dandelions and bring a slice of spring to your table. Keywords: dandelion bread recipe, foraged dandelion recipes, dandelion petals bread, unique bread recipe, quick bread ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup dandelion petals (fresh, yellow parts only)
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Harvest fresh dandelion flowers, ensuring they are pesticide-free and clean. Gently remove the petals by pinching off the yellow parts, discarding the green stems and calyx. Wash and pat the petals dry before measuring 1 cup.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the dandelion petals, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 4

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the sugar, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve the dandelion bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it plain or with a spread of butter or honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1009.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2202.6

Total Fat 62.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 337.1mg	0%
Sodium 2442.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 164.4g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 148.4IU	0%
Calcium 846.2mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 1720.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.0%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 66.7%