Sunday, February 07, 2016

Homemade Fruit Gummies

2/3 c. fruit puree (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc)
1/3 c. orange juice 1 TBSP lemon juice
2-3 TBSP honey
3 TBSP unflavored gelatin

If fruit is not already pureed, puree the fruit in a blender or using an immersion blender (you may want to strain through a fine mesh strainer). Heat fruit, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey in a small sauce pan until boiling. Very gradually stir in gelatin, whisking constantly. Cook until gelatin is completely dissolved. Pour into silicone molds and freeze 20-30 minutes. Remove from molds and store in air-tight container in refrigerator.

TIP:  You can use any combination of fruit and juice, as long as the total is 1 cup (can use all juice, or 1/2 juice and 1/2 fruit puree, etc)
TIP: If you use raspberries, you will probably want to strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds, otherwise, I usually don't strain the puree.
TIP:  If you sprinkle the gelatin in very slowly and whisk constantly, you shouldn't get any lumps, but if you get lumps that you are unable to whisk out, you can blend the mixture in a blender or with an immersion blender to get rid of the lumps.
TIP:  The mixture will look clear and glassy when the gelatin is dissolved (it may be cloudy if the gelatin is not completely dissolved.
TIP:  If you do not have silicone molds (I use chocolate molds), you can pour the mixture into a 9x9 inch glass baking dish and cut into squares after the gelatin has set.
TIP: Gummies can be stored for a couple of weeks in the refrigerator. You can store them for a couple of days at room temperature, but they will be softer.

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