--- title: "7 Ways to Use Rose Petals in the Kitchen and Bathroom ..." description: "Rose Petal Jam; Rose Petal Scrub; Salads; Main Dishes; DIY Rose Water; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/ways-to-use-rose-petals-in-the-kitchen-and-bathroom/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 7 Ways to Use Rose Petals in the Kitchen and Bathroom ... I love multi-functional items and finding ways to use rose petals has been one of the nicest projects I’ve done recently. I thought rose petals were restricted to perfumes, pot pourri and beauty products, but not so. Have a look at these ways to use rose petals and let me know which you are going to try. ## 1. Rose Petal Jam ![Rose Petal Jam](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hw/xb/ec02mkyu_550x824.jpg) I read about this while reading about the monastery on the island of San Lazzaro in Venice – I haven’t tried it yet but it’s one of my favorite sounding ways to use rose petals so I’m ready to give it a go. Apparently, the monks make a wicked rose petal jam. They make it every May when the roses are in full bloom and follow a recipe that dates back to 1891. It’s a special recipe but is a bit of an effort so I found an easier one. You need 1lb of white sugar and 4 handfuls of fresh rose petals. Put the petals in a mortar and gradually add the sugar, crushing the petals and the sugar together. If you have a smallish mortar, divide the batch into 4 and combine at the end. The petals will gradually break down and the juice will form a paste with the sugar. Pour the mix into sterilized jars and leave for at least 2 weeks before use. It’s best if you store in small jars because you won’t use it up quickly. It will keep up to two years unopened. ## 2. Rose Petal Scrub ![Rose Petal Scrub](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wy/jw/053bxfbf_516x723.jpg) Roses have such a gorgeous perfume so it’s a bonus that when you use a rose scrub, you’re not only doing your skin good but you’ll smell delicious too. For a simple scrub you need 1 cup of white sugar, ½ cup olive oil, ¼ teaspoon of rose water and some rose petals – dried or fresh – torn into largish pieces. To make, put the sugar, rose water and petals into a bowl and mix well. Add the oil slowly, mixing gently to avoid smashing up the petals too much. Add oil until it’s the consistency you like – no rules! Store in a screw top jar and use when you want to pamper your skin. ## 3. Salads ![Salads](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g3/rg/tvyuvfod_350x506.jpg) I know that edible flowers is far from a new concept but I have never thought of it as one of the uses for rose petals because I always assumed they are too highly-perfumed. I found some salad recipes that are worth a try though. This Pea and Rose Petal Salad sounds like the ideal dish for summer barbecues: [healthygreenkitchen.com](https://www.healthygreenkitchen.com/garden-pea-and-rose-petal-salad.html). If you search Google you can find recipes with rose petals for all sorts of diets including vegan. You'll also find yummy combinations of rose petals and fruit. ## 4. Main Dishes ![Main Dishes](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/eh/ka/mfheee15_542x739.jpg) You aren’t limited to salads when it comes to rose petal recipes. A simple search on Google will elicit thousands of interesting recipes. Take a particular look at Indian cookery as this cuisine really knows how to make the best of this gorgeous flower. This site, [tarladalal.com](https://www.tarladalal.com/recipes-using-rose-petals-gulab-ke-patte-665), for example, lists 54 recipes from juices to mains to desserts. ## 5. DIY Rose Water ![DIY Rose Water](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/is/ou/spups50p_519x726.jpg) It’s so easy to make your own rose water rather than buying it. Add 2 parts boiling water to 1 part rose petals. Muddle the petals a little. Leave to steep until cool and then strain. The rose water can be kept in a sterilized jar in the fridge for up to a month. Once you have the water you can use it for making perfume, soap, massage oils, beauty products and cooking. ## 6. Homemade Bath Bomb ![Homemade Bath Bomb](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/e4/wd/kknkgmou_600x900.jpg) Do you love the bath bombs/melts from Lush? It’s pretty easy to make your own version. I love the sound of this recipe: [natureshomespa.blogspot.co.uk](https://natureshomespa.blogspot.com/2012/12/bath-melts.html). Almond biscotti flavor oil sounds like it’s uncommon and might be difficult to source so there’s no reason why you can’t use a different essential oil of your preferred perfume. I would use vanilla or ylang ylang. ## 7. Edible Decorations ![Edible Decorations](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fu/om/gbs3qfgd_493x690.jpg) One of the most common uses for rose petals in the kitchen is as cake decorations. You can use fresh petals as a beautifully romantic touch or crystallize petals for an extra sweet touch. To crystallize your own petals, separate an egg, discarding the yolk. Lightly whip the white. Using a paintbrush, coat the petal on both sides, then dip into sugar. Put on a baking sheet and allow to dry for a few hours - overnight is best. 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