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5 elderberry gummy bears on a table with a gummy bear mold in the background.
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Homemade Elderberry Gummies

These homemade elderberry gummies taste like a candy treat - but help support well-being!
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword elderberry gummy bears, homemade elderberry gummies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 250 small gummy bears
Calories 3kcal
Author Snacking in Sneakers

Ingredients

For the gummies:

  • 2/3 cup NOW Elderberry Liquid
  • 2 tbsp honey (or more to taste)
  • 3 tbsp gelatin
  • 1/3 cup hot water (aim for very hot but not boiling)

For the optional sour coating:

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons citric acid (to taste)

Instructions

  • Place all your gummy molds on a baking sheet (this makes it easier to move them into the fridge when you’re done filling them).
  • Mix together the elderberry liquid and the honey in a medium mixing bowl. Give it a little taste and add more honey if desired. Whisk in the gelatin.
  • Pour the hot water into the bowl and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth. Working quickly, use a dropper to place the liquid in the gummy molds.
  • Place the gummy molds in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to a few months. To freeze, spread gummies on a baking sheet in the freezer until fully frozen, then transfer to a zip top bag or freezer container. This will prevent them from sticking together during the freezing process.
  • For the optional sour coating, mix together the sugar and citric acid. Toss the gummies in the mixture, then enjoy immediately. Note that sour gummies do not store well. If you enjoy the sourness, I recommend making a bag of the coating and removing a spoonful to toss your gummies in serving by serving.

Notes

Notes: This recipe makes about 250 small gummy bears OR 45 large gummies.
Nutrition analysis (approximate *per serving* of 8 small gummies, does not include optional sour coating): 23 calories, 0 g fat, 2 mg sodium, 5 g carbohydrate, 1 g protein

Nutrition

Calories: 3kcal