![]() I used this silicone ice cube mold to make it easy to have uniform pieces. You can pour the mixture into a glass baking dish, let it cool in the refrigerator, and then just cut into equal size pieces. You do not have to use a silicone mold for these. Easily substitute 1 1/2 cups fruit juice instead of blending the fruit. I love knowing these have real fruit blended right into them, but you could also use fruit juice. Since they are made with all-natural ingredients and no preservatives, be careful as they get close to 2 weeks as they could get some mold on them. Make sure they are kept in an air-tight storage container. Gelatin gummies will last up to 2 weeks in the fridge. They can sit out on the counter for a few hours, and will soften up a little, but best if kept in the fridge. Yes, since these homemade gummies are made with real fruit, they need to be refrigerated. ![]() Carefully pop them out of the molds or cut them into bite-size pieces if using a glass dish and enjoy!ĭo homemade gummies need to be refrigerated? Let cool in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Once thoroughly combined, pour into silicone molds or a glass dish. You want to warm the mixture because when the gelatin is heated and cooled, it makes that chewy jelly-like consistency you love in gummies! Slowly whisk in the gelatin, making sure there are no clumps. Next, add in the remaining ingredients and warm up the mixture in a small pot on the stove. You can use a metal strainer or something similar, you just want the puree to be smooth. Then strain it through a nut milk bag to get out any pulp or seeds. Depending on what fruit you use, you might need to add some water too (see below for the full recipe). Add your fruit to a Vitamix or high-powered blender and blend until broken down. ![]() real fruit – I used oranges and strawberriesįirst, you need to blend the fruit to make a fruit puree.Made with real fruit, gelatin, and sweetened with just a little honey! Loaded with nutrients and so much better for you than store-bought. You might feel like making healthy homemade gummies would be really hard, but I promise it’s super easy. I love Vital Proteins gelatin as it is from grass-fed cows. The gelatinous quality is actually great for our bodies because it helps build strong connective tissues and cartilage and gives parts of our bodies some elasticity. Some find that gelatin is easier to digest than collagen too. Which is how we can make homemade gummies from it. One of the main differences between gelatin and collagen is when cooled, gelatin becomes a sticky adhesive like glue and gels together. Gelatin also has a lot of the same health benefits as collagen – supports digestive and gut health, maintains strong bones, helps with joint pain, strengthens tendons, improves skin health, and can even help improve sleep. It provides important amino acids which are the building blocks of protein. Gelatin is a colorless and tasteless protein made from hydrolyzed collagen, which means it is part of the broken-down collagen. Basically, they are very similar but have some differences. Make them for meal prep to have on hand throughout the week!Ī lot of people are familiar with collagen, but some might not be as familiar with gelatin. These paleo healthy homemade gummies make a great easy snack or dessert for grown-up and kids! Low in sugar and each one has 2.5 grams of protein. Well now times have changed and I’m happy to say I can still enjoy my gummy candies and make them at home with the help of a few whole food ingredients and gelatin. The ingredients pretty much look like this – sugar, sugar, corn syrup, sugar, red 40, blue 1, and yellow 5. It wasn’t until 7-8 years ago when I actually started reading ingredients instead of just looking at the nutrition label that I realized gummy candies are filled with crap. I don’t eat them too often, but sour patch kids, Swedish fish, gummy bears, and sour worms are some of my favorites. I was never a huge chocolate fan growing up.Īlthough my taste buds have changed and I like it now, gummy candies still have my heart. Healthy homemade gummies!! This makes my heart so happy! Gummy candies are my absolute favorite. Homemade Gummies made with real fruit (not juice), gelatin, and sweetened with just a little honey! A great option for an easy and healthy all-natural snack with protein and no artificial junk in them! Paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free.Ĭheck out the video to see how easy they come together!
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