Sour Gummy Candies
Transform your kitchen into a candy-making haven with these irresistibly tangy Sour Gummy Candies! Crafted with simple ingredients like fruit juice, unflavored gelatin, and a touch of citric acid, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and puckering sourness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these homemade gummies are beginner-friendly and can be customized with your favorite juice flavors, from zesty lemonade to rich raspberry. The secret to their zing? A dusting of citric acid and cornstarch for that signature sour kick. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or as a fun DIY project, these gummies are not only delicious but also preservative-free. Whip up a batch today and enjoy a chewy, tangy treat that’s bursting with flavor!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fruit juice (any flavor, such as orange, raspberry, or lemonade)
- 3 packets Unflavored gelatin packets
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Citric acid (for sour flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (for dusting)
- 0.5 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of fruit juice and 3 packets of unflavored gelatin. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to bloom the gelatin.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat the mixture while stirring constantly until the sugar and gelatin dissolve entirely and the mixture is smooth. Do not let it boil.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Spray silicone candy molds lightly with nonstick spray or coat them lightly with a neutral oil to prevent sticking.
Step 5
Pour the gummy mixture into the molds using a measuring cup or a dropper for precision. Let the molds sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of citric acid and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch to create a sour coating.
Step 7
Once the gummies are set, carefully remove them from the molds. Toss the gummies in the citric acid-cornstarch mixture to coat them evenly, giving them their signature sour taste.
Step 8
Store the gummies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For a stronger sour flavor, additional citric acid can be added to the coating mixture.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (609.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1007.7 |
| Total Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 47.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 241.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 224g | |
| Protein 19.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 27.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 450mg | 0% |
Source of Calories