Description
Delightful homemade gumdrops that are chewy and fruity, perfect for a sweet treat or party addition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fruit juice (grape, orange, or apple)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for the gumdrop mixture)
- 3 cups granulated sugar (for coating)
- 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Food coloring
Instructions
- Combine the fruit juices, lemon juice, granulated sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
- Sprinkle the gelatin over the mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Heat the mixture while stirring until the gelatin dissolves completely.
- Pour the mixture into a greased mold and refrigerate for 4-6 hours.
- Once set, cut into your desired shapes and coat each piece with granulated sugar.
- Store the gumdrops in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Notes
Use high-quality fruit juice for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: gumdrops, homemade candy, fruit candy, chewy candy, party treat