I have a candy problem! I love it but I know it’s not something I should be muching on everyday. I’ve been using these recipes below to help curb my chewy cravings.
Orange Gummy Bears
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- gummy bear silicone mold (I use a small ice cube mold)
Strawberry Gummy Bears
- ⅔ cup pureed strawberries (make sure they’re thawed to room temp if using frozen)
- ⅓ cup filtered water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- gummy bear silicone mold
Blueberry Gummy Bears
- ½ cup pureed blueberries (allow to thaw to room temp if using frozen)
- ½ cup filtered water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- gummy bear silicone mold
Directions
- Combine all ingredients except gelatin in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir with a whisk.
- Gradually whisk gelatin into the mixture, stirring constantly. (Avoid dumping gelatin into pan all at once, which will cause big globs of gelatin to remain in finished product.)
- Continue heating over medium-low heat until all ingredients are well combined and gelatin is completely melted. (The mixture will change from a grainy, jelly-like consistency to a more glassy, smooth consistency when gelatin is all melted.)
- Place gummy bear mold on a cookie sheet (which makes it easier to move without spilling once filled). Pour mixture into silicone mold and place in freezer for about 20-30 minutes.
- Pop gummy bears out of mold and store in an airtight container. They will keep in the refrigerator for a few weeks.
Note: You can also pour mixture into a baking dish greased with coconut oil if you don’t have silicone molds. After mixture is set up, cut with a knife or use cookie cutters to make any shape you like.
