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Homemade Gummy Bears Recipe

Homemade Gummy Bears Recipe

Emily Grace
Do you like gummy bears? You can make them at home! This Homemade Gummy Bears Recipe is easy and fun. You can eat chewy, colorful candies anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 50 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fruit juice orange, grape, or strawberry
  • 3 tablespoons gelatin powder
  • 2 –4 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
  • Food coloring optional
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

Pour Juice in Saucepan

  • Put fruit juice in a small pan. Heat slowly. Don’t boil.

Add Gelatin

  • Sprinkle gelatin over juice. Wait 1–2 minutes to soften.

Heat Slowly

  • Heat juice and gelatin on low. Stir until it melts.

Add Sugar

  • Add sugar slowly. Stir until sugar dissolves fully.

Add Lemon Juice

  • Add lemon juice if you like a tangy taste. Stir well.

Add Vanilla Extract

  • Add vanilla for taste. Stir gently to mix.

Add Food Coloring

  • Add a few drops of food coloring. Mix gently for bright bears.

Prepare Silicone Mold

  • Place molds on a flat tray. This helps when filling.

Pour Mixture Carefully

  • Use a dropper or spoon. Fill each mold carefully.

Remove Bubbles

  • Tap molds on counter to remove air bubbles. Smooth surface.

Cool Slightly

  • Let molds sit 5–10 minutes before fridge.

Refrigerate to Set

  • Place molds in fridge. Let gummy bears set 1–2 hours.

Check Firmness

  • Press lightly. Bears should be firm but chewy.

Remove from Mold

  • Pop gummy bears out gently. Use toothpick if needed.

Trim Extra Edges

  • Use scissors to cut extra gelatin if any.

Store in Airtight Container

  • Keep gummy bears in jar. Store in fridge for freshness.

Serve as Snack

  • Eat directly from mold or plate. Kids and adults will love.

Gift Idea

  • Put gummy bears in small jars or bags. Add ribbon for gift.

Experiment with Flavors

  • Try different juices or mix flavors. Make colorful bears.

Clean Molds Easily

  • Wash molds in warm water. Avoid soap for silicone smell.

Notes

  • Use fresh fruit juice for best flavor.
  • Heat gently, do not boil.
  • Stir all the time to avoid lumps.
  • Tap molds to remove air bubbles.
  • Adjust sugar for sweet or less sweet bears.
  • Silicone molds help easy removal.
  • Chill enough to make firm gummies.
  • Try different flavors for variety.
Keyword Homemade Gummy Bears Recipe