Gummies have been a long-time favorite of mine, but until I began eating clean, I was naive to how much junk are in these products! Not only are they full of sugar, but they are also full of artificial, unhealthy, and unnecessary ingredients that are nothing less than incredibly harmful to the body (yes, even the ones that are “made with real fruit”).
Because of this, I knew it was time to make my very own Gummy Bear recipe! And it’s actually much easier than you’d think. With only three easy ingredients you may already own, you can make totally clean and healthy, zero repercussions treat the whole family will love! Let’s get into it.
Conventional Gummy Bears
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 there was an alternative that tastes just as good, and only requires 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 maintain the best texture when kept 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!
PrintHow 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. *note: if gummy mixture hardens before next batch, simply reheat on low until melted, and continue the process.
6. Store in fridge, and enjoy!
Janice says
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?
Madison Suttles says
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?
Janice says
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?
Madison Suttles says
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