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Sour Watermelon Gummies

Sour Watermelon Gummies That Taste Like Summer Fun

Enjoy these homemade Sour Watermelon Gummies, a delightful treat that captures summer fun with a sweet-sour flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 10 gummies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gummies
  • 4 cups Fresh Watermelon Ripe watermelon is key!
  • 2 tablespoons Unflavored Gelatin Powder Flavored gelatin can compromise taste.
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is highly recommended.
  • ¼ cup Honey Optional, adjust according to sweetness preference.
For Additional Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Citric Acid Optional for extra tang.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • small saucepan
  • Silicone molds

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Watermelon Juice: Cut 4 cups of watermelon into chunks, blend until smooth, then strain to yield approximately 2 cups of juice.
  2. Bloom Gelatin: In a bowl, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of gelatin over 1 cup of watermelon juice and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Heat Remaining Juice: Warm 1 cup of watermelon juice in a saucepan over low to medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Add the bloomed gelatin to the warmed juice, whisk until completely dissolved.
  5. Add Flavor: Stir in ¼ cup of lemon juice and honey if desired, mixing thoroughly.
  6. Mold Gummies: Pour mixture into molds or a shallow dish, refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. Cut and Serve: Remove from molds or cut into shapes, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gummyCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 7gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 6gVitamin C: 2mg

Notes

Use ripe watermelon for best flavor; avoid boiling to maintain gelatin's setting ability. Customize with different fruits if desired.

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