Pin RecipeGummies have been a long-time favorite of mine, but until I began eating clean, I never paid attention to how many artificial, unhealthy, and unnecessary ingredients are added (yes, even the ones that are marketed as “made with real fruit”).
The average packaged gummy is going to have an ingredient list that includes: glucose syrup (from wheat or corn), refined sugar, artificial dyes, artificial flavors, and dextrose.
It doesn’t take a health expert to know that these ingredients are not beneficial to the body in any way. But what if I told you there was an alternative that tasted just as good, and only required 3 ingredients?! 3 ingredients that are refined sugar free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and 100% natural!
With just fruit juice, gelatin, and honey (or maple if preferred), you can make the most delicious, and nutrient-dense gummies that you can feel good about eating, and feeding to your kids!
These gummies are best stored in the fridge, and are the perfect movie night snack for both kids, and adults! I can’t wait to share them with you, so lets jump into the recipe!
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How to Make Healthy Gummies
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Fruit Juice of Choice (try to choose a juice “not from concentrate”, and organic if possible)
- 1/3 Cup High-Quality Gelatin
- 1/4 Cup Honey
Instructions
1. Add fruit juice to a sauce pan, and sprinkle with gelatin. Allow to “bloom” for 5 minutes.
2. Turn to medium-heat, and stir slowly with whisk until gelatin begins to dissolve.
3. Add in honey until fully dissolved.
4. Remove from heat, and fill gummy molds with dropper.
5. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes, pop out gummies, and refill. Repeat this process until there is no remaining juice.
6. Store in fridge, and enjoy!
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I made this recipe but the gummies just thawed back into juice when removed from the freezer. I used Knox gelatin, organic non concentrate juice and honey. Any suggestions?
Hi, Janice!
I normally use Great Lakes Gelatin, but I have also experimented with Knox gelatin, and it’s turned out well both ways. The only time I’ve had issues with melting is if kept in warm temperatures, such as a car. Was it possibly left in a warm area?
Hi Madison,
Appreciate your response. I really want these to work. I left in the freezer for the 10 min and they didn’t freeze. Left them longer, before I was finished popping them out, the 1st ones were already back to a puddle of juice. I had some of the mixture left in the pan which never solidified. Does it only work in the freezer and you have to eat them frozen?
Janice,
No, I have never frozen mine, but simply use the freezer as a way to cool them quickly. Hmm… the only thing I can think of is ensuring you’re leaving them in the freezer until they’re bouncy and firm to the touch, without leaving any sticky residue on your fingers. It wouldn’t hurt to experiment with more gelatin, although that shouldn’t be the issue, as this recipe works with as little as 2 tbsp of gelatin. I’m sorry to hear of the difficult you’re having! For reference, I use this gelatin: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Lakes-Unflavored-Gelatin-Kosher/dp/B0008D6WBA/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=gelatin+great+lakes&qid=1603058107&s=grocery&sr=1-4 and this juice brand: https://www.amazon.com/R-W-Knudsen-Concord-Organic-ounces/dp/B0839N8XSW/ref=sr_1_9?dchild=1&keywords=organic+grape+juice&qid=1603058260&sr=8-9