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Colorful homemade fruit gummies made from natural ingredients.

Easy Fruit Snacks (Gummies)

These easy homemade fruit snacks are a delightful treat made with real fruit juice and gelatin, perfect for a quick and healthy bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Fruit Juice 100% juice
  • 4 tablespoons Gelatin (unflavored)
  • 2 tablespoons Sweetener (honey or maple syrup) optional

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Silicone Molds

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a small saucepan, pour half of the fruit juice and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over it; let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat the saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining fruit juice and optional sweetener; mix well.
  4. Carefully pour the mixture into silicone molds.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 60 minutes, or until the gummies are firm.
  6. Remove the gummies from the molds and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

For a tarter gummy, add a squeeze of lemon juice. You can also experiment with different fruit juices and natural food colorings.