Description
Delight in the art of candy-making with Homemade Sour Patch Kids—tangy, chewy treats that are sure to be a hit at any gathering! These vibrant gummies are coated with a sour sugar that perfectly balances sweetness, making them an irresistible snack for both kids and adults. The best part? You can customize the flavors using your favorite fruit juices, turning this DIY project into a fun and creative activity. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have delicious homemade candies ready in no time. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or as a sweet indulgence at home, these Sour Patch Kids let you control the ingredients—no artificial additives included!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon citric acid (for coating)
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
- 3 tablespoons pectin
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar (for the candy base)
- 2 tablespoons water + 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons fresh fruit juice
- 3 tablespoons pectin (for the candy base)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for the candy base)
- 1 tablespoon water (for the candy base)
- 2 tablespoons cold water + 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin (for the candy base)
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin by mixing it with 2 tablespoons of water and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a small sauce pot, combine fresh fruit juice and granulated sugar over medium-low heat until simmering.
- Stir in pectin and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add bloomed gelatin mixture, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Cook until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
- Use a syringe or dropper to fill candy molds with the mixture.
- Chill molds in the fridge for about 2-3 hours to set.
- Remove candies from molds and leave uncovered in the fridge overnight to firm up.
- Mix granulated sugar and citric acid in a bowl; coat candies thoroughly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use freshly squeezed fruit juices for enhanced flavor. Experiment with different fruit combinations for unique taste profiles. Allow sufficient setting time for firmer candies; don’t rush this process.