Goody Goody Gumdrops
Sweeten your day with homemade "Goody Goody Gumdrops," an irresistible treat bursting with vibrant flavors and a delightful chewy texture. Made from a simple blend of granulated sugar, juicy unsweetened fruit juice, and powdered gelatin, these classic candies are customizable with your choice of colorful food dye and fruity flavors like grape, orange, or cranberry. With minimal effort and just 10 minutes of cook time, this easy gumdrop recipe transforms your kitchen into a candy-making haven. Coated in sugar for a fun, sparkly finish, these gumdrops are perfect for gifting, party favors, or just a nostalgic indulgence. Whip up a batch of these delectable, homemade gummy treats and make every moment a little bit sweeter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened fruit juice (such as grape, orange, or cranberry)
- 3 tablespoons powdered gelatin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cups light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon gel-based food coloring (optional)
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Lightly grease an 8x8-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, fruit juice, powdered gelatin, lemon juice, and corn syrup. Stir gently to blend the ingredients.
Place the saucepan on medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar and gelatin completely dissolve. Avoid boiling at this stage.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
If desired, add food coloring to the mixture and stir until the color is uniform.
Carefully pour the hot candy mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
Once the candy has set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift it out of the pan.
Using a sharp knife, lightly coated with oil or non-stick spray, cut the candy into small cubes or desired shapes.
Place the remaining granulated sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each gumdrop in the sugar until fully coated.
Store the gumdrops in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your Goody Goody Gumdrops!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 70 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 574.5 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 569.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
