HOMEMADE GUMMY BEARS

HOMEMADE GUMMY BEARS
8 oz. white sugar
3 Tbsp. sorbitol
8 oz. corn syrup glucose, honey or golden syrup
6 oz. cool water, fruit juice, wine or vodka
6 packets KNOX gelatin
2 tsp. citric acid leave out if you're using alcohol
1-1/2 tsp. candy flavoring (stick with your favorites)
Instructions
  • Combine gelatin, and water (or flavored liquid) in a heatproof container.
  • Stir gently to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes to give your gelatin time to bloom.
  • Combine together the corn syrup, sugar, and sorbitol in a medium saucepan.
  • Stir gently to combine. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Once simmering, wash down the sides of the pan with water using a clean pastry brush to make sure any stray grains of sugar is dissolved fully.
  • Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in your citric acid and gelatin mixture with a spatula until gelatin is melted.
  • Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes and allow the mixture to clear and foam to collect at the top.
  • After 10 minutes the foam should be able to be easily scooped off the surface with a spoon.
  • Divide your mixture by straining the liquid into three bowls and add in any coloring or candy flavorings that you want.
  • Spray your molds lightly with some oil and wipe out the excess. Pour your mixture into your molds.
  • Let your gummy bears chill in the fridge for 6 hours until the bears are set but 24 hours is best.
  • Once they are set they can be stored at room temperature.
What ingredients do you need to make a real gummy bear recipe?Before you get started, get your ingredients together. You will probably need to order some of these online but shipping is fast and easy!

Granulated Sugar – The main sweetener in this recipe which you probably already have

Water or flavored liquid like juice – I like to use water and then use candy flavorings and food coloring for my gummy bears but you can use fruit juice and leave out the granulated sugar for a healthier option.

Glucose – Gives the gummy bears that chewy texture and keeps them nice and soft. you can also replace glucose with corn syrup, golden syrup or honey for a more natural option. 

Sorbitol – The magic ingredient for that perfectly textured gummy bear. You can leave this out if you absolutely do not want to order it but your gummy bears will be little softer in texture. 

Gelatin – Helps set the gummy bears and gives them a nice chew. You can replace gelatin with agar agar if you would like a vegetarian option but be sure to follow the substitution suggestions on the box. 

Citric Acid – This is actually really easy to find in grocery stores with the canning supplies. Citric acid is that sour taste from citrus fruits and gives gummy bears that tart flavor. 

Candy Flavoring – I’m using Lorran oils candy flavoring which can be found at stores that sell candy making supplies like Michaels or Joanns. If you’re using juice you can leave this part out.