22 Jello Candy Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How to harden homemade gummies? ›

Dry the gummies (I do this at room temp on a baking sheet covered with a silicone sheet, what they call a “silpat” in the biz) for a few days until they develop a thick “skin.” Roll them in a 3:1 mixture of confectioner's sugar and corn starch. Store in a sealed container at room temperature.

Storebought gummies get their chewiness from corn syrup. We can achieve that by using honey. If you reduce the amount of honey, gummies will become softer in texture. Add honey to the gelatin mix, and warm up over low heat while gently stirring.

The more gelatin in the mixture, the more firm or solid your finished product will become. Pre-made mixtures, like Jell-O, are made to set soft as spoonable dessert. For gummy candy, more gelatin means a firmer gummy! Experiment with different amounts of gelatin to find what texture and level of firmness you prefer.

Whisk together 1 cup of hot water with 1 packet of jello in a large bowl. Add 1 cup of cold water to the mixture and whisk it in. Pour the mixture into a jello mold and add some fruit, if desired. Let the jello set in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours, then serve.

Tips for making gelatin gummies

For extra firm gummies like gummy bears, add an extra 1 to 2 tablespoons of gelatin per 1 cup of juice. Use organic juice ideally out of a glass jar instead of plastic. You can use fresh squeezed juice but you may want to strain out any pulp for a smoother gummy.

When the gummy is too soft it generally means that the amount of gelatin in the recipe is too low, or the ratio of water is too high. If you are using sheet gelatin, make sure any excess water from blooming is removed prior to adding the gelatin.

Gelatin & pectin are the two most-common ingredients used for thickening and gelling gummies along with starch.

The most common thing that is done with gummies is open air drying. This basically means to leave them in a dry place to dry out for a few days.

Getting the gelatin-to-liquid ratio right is crucial for a successful gelatin dessert. Too much gelatin can result in a rubbery texture, while too little gelatin can lead to a dessert that won't hold its shape. It's important to follow the specified measurements in the recipe and avoid any guesswork.

First, mix the jello according to the directions on the packaging. Wash off the item you want to place in the jello if you plan to eat it. Then place it on top of the jello. Make another batch of jello and pour that on top, let it set in the refrigerator, and you're done!

Why are my homemade gummies wet? ›

Citric acid is extremely water soluble. If you apply the citric acid, sugar mix when you remove the gummies from the mold, it will pull the moisture out of your gelatin causing it to melt the sugar making the candy wet and sticky.

Gelatin can come from the collagen in cow or pig bones, hides and connective tissues. The gelatin in Jell-O is most likely from pigskin. Collagen doesn't dissolve in water in its natural form, so it must be modified to make gelatin. Manufacturers grind the pigskin and treat it with a strong acid for about 24 hours.

Jell-O shifted to single-serve cups and more convenient options as competition for snacks and desserts grew. Kraft in the early 2000's shifted the focus of Jell-O's advertising away from kids and toward adults. It pitched sugar-free Jell-O, for example, as a treat for Atkins dieters.

If you are making a larger batch, you can use a muffin baking pan to keep the round containers standing straight while the gelatin is setting in the fridge. A half-sphere container with a flat top is the next best choice.

Coconut oil is pleasant-tasting and remains solid at room temperature, making your gummies more firm. It has strong natural antimicrobial and antifungal properties, which extends the shelf life of your gummies.

Chill and Enjoy. Now that you have filled each mold, refrigerate until firm. The herbal gummies can set in as little as an hour depending on the brand of unflavored gelatin used, but we recommend giving them 4-5 hours or even overnight to make sure everything worked perfectly.

Firstly, remove the gummies from their packaging and place them in a bowl. It's important not to touch or move them around too much. Next, put the bowl of melted gummies in the fridge for about an hour. That will help solidify the gummies and make it easier to separate any clumps that may have formed during melting.

To keep your gummy bears from melting, wrap them in multiple layers of bubble wrap and pack them in a small bottle with an inch or two of water at the bottom. Place some ice cubes on top to freeze it overnight so they'll be icy when you package them up!