Description
These easy, healthy homemade gummies are a fun and natural treat your kids will love. Made with 100% fruit juice, grass-fed gelatin, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, these chewy gummies are a great alternative to store-bought candies. Quick to prepare and requiring only 15 minutes in the freezer to set, they are perfect for a wholesome snack or a healthy dessert option.
Ingredients
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Gummy Mixture
- 1 cup 100% fruit juice (choose your favorite flavor, or mix fruit puree and juice for variety)
- 8 teaspoons grass-fed gelatin (unflavored, to make gummies firm and chewy)
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional; adds natural sweetness; maple syrup can be used as a vegan substitute)
Instructions
- Warm the Juice: Pour 1 cup of your favorite 100% fruit juice into a small saucepan. Warm it over medium-low heat until it’s just warm to the touch, about 3 minutes, taking care not to boil.
- Dissolve the Gelatin: Sprinkle in 8 teaspoons of grass-fed gelatin while whisking constantly. Keep stirring until the gelatin fully dissolves and the mixture looks clear or slightly opaque.
- Prepare Fruit Puree (if using whole fruit): Blend whole fruit until smooth to create a puree. Measure the puree into a large bowl or a spouted measuring cup.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the warm juice and gelatin mixture into the fruit puree (if using). Whisk everything together until well combined and silky smooth.
- Fill the Molds: Carefully place your silicone molds or an 8×8 glass pan on a baking sheet. Pour the mixture into the molds, filling them without overfilling to avoid spills.
- Set the Gummies: Place the filled molds into the freezer for 15 minutes or until the gummies set firmly.
- Store and Serve: Remove the gummies from the freezer and gently pop them out of the molds. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- Using silicone molds makes it easier to remove the gummies once set.
- For a firmer texture, you can slightly increase the gelatin amount but do not exceed 10 teaspoons to avoid overly rubbery gummies.
- Feel free to experiment with different fruit juice flavors and purees for variety.
- Keep gummies refrigerated for optimal freshness and texture.
