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Homemade Sour Patch kids

Indulge in the sweet and tangy delight of Homemade Sour Patch kids! These chewy gummy candies are a fun project that allows you to mix and match vibrant fruit flavors, making them perfect for parties, movie nights, or as thoughtful gifts. With a simple recipe that utilizes fresh fruit juices and pectin instead of artificial additives, you can enjoy a guilt-free treat that will please both kids and adults alike. The sour coating adds an exciting twist that elevates these candies from ordinary to

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A recipe from

Maria Arnold
Homemade Sour Patch kids

Ingredients

Yields 20 servings

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sour coating)
  • 1 tablespoon citric acid (for sour coating)
  • 4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon or lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons pectin
  • 5 tablespoons granulated sugar (for candy base)
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored vegan gelatin
  • Fresh fruit juice of your choice

Method

9 steps

  1. 1

    Bloom the unflavored vegan gelatin by combining it with 2 tablespoons of water; let sit for 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine fresh fruit juice and 5 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Stir until simmering.

  3. 3

    Add pectin to the mixture, stirring well until combined, then bring it to a boil.

  4. 4

    Mix in the bloomed vegan gelatin until fully dissolved.

  5. 5

    Cook until slightly thickened, then turn off the heat.

  6. 6

    Fill candy molds with the mixture using a syringe or dropper.

  7. 7

    Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until set.

  8. 8

    Remove candies from molds and leave uncovered in the fridge overnight to enhance chewiness.

  9. 9

    Coat candies in a mixture of granulated sugar and citric acid before serving.

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