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Homemade Sour Patch Kids

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Indulge in the delightful world of Homemade Sour Patch kids! These chewy, fruity candies bring a tangy twist that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a sweet treat any time, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize flavors using fresh fruit juices. The signature sour coating of sugar and citric acid adds an irresistible zing to each bite. Simple enough for anyone to make, these pectin-based gummies are a fun activity for friends and family alike. Get ready to experience a burst of flavor with every gummy!

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for sour coating)
  • 1 tablespoon citric acid (for sour coating)
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons pectin
  • 5 tablespoons granulated sugar (for gummy mixture)
  • 2 tablespoons water + 1 tablespoon unflavored vegan gelatin
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons fresh fruit juice
  • 3 tablespoons pectin (additional for gummy mixture)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (additional for gummy mixture)
  • 1 tablespoon water (additional for gummy mixture)
  • 2 tablespoons cold water + 1 tablespoon unflavored vegan gelatin (additional for gummy mixture)

Instructions

  1. Bloom the vegan gelatin by mixing it with 2 tablespoons of water and letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the fresh fruit juice and granulated sugar until simmering.
  3. Stir in the pectin and bring to a gentle boil while continuously stirring.
  4. Add the bloomed vegan gelatin and mix until fully dissolved.
  5. Cook until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
  6. Fill candy molds using a syringe or dropper with the gummy mixture.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for about 2-3 hours until firm.
  8. Dehydrate candies overnight uncovered in the fridge.
  9. Prepare sour coating by mixing granulated sugar and citric acid.
  10. Toss gummies in the sour coating until fully covered.

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