Gummy Bears Recipe
Make Gummy Bears Recipe in just 2h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Gummy Bear Ingredients
Method
Gummy Bear Directions
- 1
Bloom gelatin
In a small bowl, combine 0.5 cup cold water with 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes to bloom.
- 2
Warm juice and dissolve sugar
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup fruit juice with 3 tablespoons sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- 3
Combine and dissolve gelatin
Remove from heat. Whisk the bloomed gelatin into the hot juice until completely dissolved and smooth.
- 4
Add vanilla
Stir in 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract into the mixture.
- 5
Mold and chill
Carefully pour the liquid into silicone gummy bear molds or a shallow dish lined with parchment. Let cool at room temperature for a few minutes, then refrigerate until firm, about 1–2 hours.
- 6
Unmold and store
Unmold the gummy bears and transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
