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Homemade Sour Patch kids

Homemade Sour Patch kids
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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 extraordinary. Easy to store, they’re sure to become a favorite snack in your home!

Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  1. Bloom the unflavored vegan gelatin by combining it with 2 tablespoons of water; let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine fresh fruit juice and 5 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Stir until simmering.
  3. Add pectin to the mixture, stirring well until combined, then bring it to a boil.
  4. Mix in the bloomed vegan gelatin until fully dissolved.
  5. Cook until slightly thickened, then turn off the heat.
  6. Fill candy molds with the mixture using a syringe or dropper.
  7. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until set.
  8. Remove candies from molds and leave uncovered in the fridge overnight to enhance chewiness.
  9. Coat candies in a mixture of granulated sugar and citric acid before serving.

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