Sour Gummy Worms Recipe
Make Sour Gummy Worms Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Gummy Base
Sour Coating
Method
Gummy Base Preparation
- 1
Prep molds
Lightly oil silicone gummy worm molds or line a shallow tray with parchment to prevent sticking.
- 2
Bloom gelatin
In a small saucepan, sprinkle the cold water over the gelatin and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- 3
Dissolve sugar and syrup
Place the saucepan over low heat and whisk in granulated sugar and corn syrup until dissolved. Do not boil.
- 4
Add juice and flavor
Remove from heat and whisk in fruit juice and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 5
Color (optional)
Stir in gel food coloring in desired color, 5 drops or fewer.
- 6
Incorporate gelatin
Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm mixture and stir until completely smooth. If needed, rewarm gently but do not boil.
- 7
Set gummies
Pour the mixture into prepared molds or onto the parchment-lined sheet. Let set at room temperature for 60–90 minutes, or refrigerate to speed up.
Coating and Finish
- 8
Make sour coating
In a shallow dish, whisk together sugar and citric acid until evenly mixed.
- 9
Coat gummies
Unmold gummies and roll or toss them in the sour coating until evenly coated.
- 10
Dry and store
Place coated gummies on parchment to air-dry 15–30 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.
