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A cutting board with red gummy bears on it.

Homemade Gummy Bears

It's easy to make Gummy Bears at home with just a few simple ingredients!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 2 days
Total Time: 2 days 20 minutes
Servings: 100 + hummy beaars
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 box about 3 oz flavored gelatin
  • 1 packet 7.2 grams unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 teaspoon citric acid
  • 1/4 c. corn syrup
  • 1/3 c. water

Instructions

  • In a medium sized microwave safe bowl combine the flavored gelatin, unflavored gelatin, and citric acid. Mix to combine.
  • Add the corn syrup and water to the bowl and stir until well combined. Make sure to stir slowly so you do not create bubbles. Allow the mixture to sit and bloom for 5 minutes.
  • After five minutes stir the gelatin mixture and then place in the microwave. Heat on high for thirty seconds and mix again. Heat for 20 seconds then remove and stir. Heat another 20 seconds then remove and stir.
  • Make sure all of the gelatin has dissolved then allow the mixture to sit for ten minutes, stirring every two minutes.
  • Lightly grease your gummy bear mold with non-stick spray.
  • Pour the gelatin mixture into a measuring cup with a spout of grab a dropper. Carefully pour or drop the gelatin mixture into the bear mold filling about 3/4 of the way full.
  • Wipe off any excess gelatin from the mold then let the bears sit for 30 minutes.
  • Place the gummy bears in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
  • The gummy bears are ready to remove when they are firm. Push each piece out onto a baking sheet. Position them on their fronts and allow to dry for 24 hours.
  • Flip the bears onto their backs and let dry another 24 hours.
  • Place in an air tight container and enjoy!

Notes

Recipe from Cake Decorist