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Homemade Sour Watermelon Gummies

Homemade Sour Watermelon Gummies for a Sweet Summer Treat

Enjoy delicious Homemade Sour Watermelon Gummies, a healthier, tangy treat perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 40
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gummies
  • 4 cups Fresh Watermelon, chunked Blend to yield approximately 2 cups of juice
  • 2 tablespoons Unflavored Gelatin Powder Gelling agent for texture
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Optional, adjust sweetness to taste
For Extra Zing
  • 1 teaspoon Citric Acid Optional, for an extra sour kick

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • fine mesh sieve
  • gummy molds

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Watermelon Juice: Blend chunked watermelon in a blender for 1-2 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to yield 2 cups of juice.
  2. Bloom Gelatin: In a bowl, combine half of the watermelon juice and sprinkle gelatin over it. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Heat Remaining Juice: Warm the other half of the watermelon juice in a saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Combine Gelatin and Juice: Add bloomed gelatin mixture to warm juice, whisk until smooth for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Finish Mixture: Stir in fresh lemon juice and honey until well combined. Allow to cool slightly.
  6. Mold the Gummies: Pour the mixture into gummy molds and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Cut and Serve: Remove from molds or cut into shapes once set. Enjoy or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep gummies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Adjust flavor as desired by varying lemon juice and citric acid.

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