Homemade Gummies
Bright, chewy homemade gummies made with real orange juice, unflavored gelatin, honey and a squeeze of lemon. Just 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of prep for a naturally gluten-free snack.
40 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups 100% fruit juice 360 ml; orange juice works beautifully
- 4 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder 28 g
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup 30 ml; optional
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice 5 ml
Instructions
- Pour fruit juice into a small saucepan and sprinkle gelatin evenly over the top. Let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
- Place saucepan over low heat and stir gently until gelatin fully dissolves. Do not boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in honey or maple syrup (if using) and lemon juice.
- Pour mixture into silicone molds or a parchment-lined dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
- Remove from molds or cut into small squares.
Notes
Gluten-free note: These homemade gummies are naturally gluten-free. Use 100% fruit juice (not a juice drink or flavored blend), plain unflavored gelatin and pure honey or maple syrup, and check every label for hidden gluten. Wash pans and molds well to avoid cross-contact.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Best kept chilled for a firm texture; not suitable for room-temperature storage.
- Too much gelatin makes gummies rubbery, so measure carefully.
- Fresh-squeezed juice works; strain the pulp first for a smooth texture.
- If your juice is naturally sweet, you can skip the sweetener.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gummy | Calories: 10kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.7g | Sodium: 2mg | Sugar: 1.7g