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Vegan Gummy Candy

This Vegan Gummy Candy is made with real fruit puree and uses fruit pectin instead of gelatin. These gummies are gluten-free, nut-free, and totally delicious!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Setting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 20 servings
Calories 94 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 350 g fresh strawberries (pureed)
  • 1 ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup
  • 48 g regular fruit pectin (1 box)
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (or 1 tsp citric acid dissolved in 1 Tbsp warm water)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp powdered citric acid (less for less sour flavor)

Instructions
 

  1. Start by measuring out about 350 grams of fresh strawberries and puree them in a blender or food processor, making sure to process until no lumps remain.
  2. Set your gummy molds on a heat proof surface like a cookie sheet to prevent spilling of very hot liquids onto your countertop.
  3. Combine the fruit puree, sugar, and corn syrup in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
  4. In a separate small saucepan, whisk together the pectin, baking soda, and water. Bring the pectin mixture to a simmer and let it simmer until the foam reduces somewhat, then add it to the strawberry mixture.
  5. Continue cooking the strawberry mixture, stirring often, until it reaches 230°F on a candy thermometer.
  6. Once the mixture reaches temperature, remove it from the heat and stir in the lemon juice (or dissolved citric acid). Immediately pour the mixture into your chosen silicone mold(s) and let them cool at room temperature for at least two hours or overnight.
  7. Once set, mix the powdered citric acid with sugar in a small bowl. Remove the gummies from the molds and toss them in the sugar mixture.
  8. That's it! Enjoy!

Notes

*A note about granulated sugar: Not all granulated sugar is vegan. Make sure to choose a USDA Organic variety (or variety otherwise noted to be vegan) to ensure it is not processed with bone char, an animal ingredient.
**Please note: The nutritional information provided for each recipe is an estimate and may vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods. For accurate nutritional details, consider consulting a registered dietitian or using a trusted nutritional calculator.
  • Use the right type of pectin – Regular fruit pectin works best for this recipe. Some types of pectin, like low-sugar varieties, may result in a different texture.
  • Don’t skip the thermometer – Cooking the gummy mixture to the correct temperature ensures the gummies set properly and don’t become too soft.
  • Adjust the tartness – If you like your gummies more tart, increase the amount of citric acid in the sugar coating.

Nutrition

Serving: 10gummiesCalories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.004gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 34mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword dairy-free, easy, egg-free, gluten-free, oil-free
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