Healthy Elderberry Immune Gummies: 5-Ingredient Easy Recipe
These homemade elderberry immune gummies are a tart and sweet treat packed with vitamin C, ginger, and elderberry to support health during cold season. Made with simple ingredients like fruit juice, gelatin, and honey, they offer a natural alternative to store-bought candies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24-30 gummies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup elderberry syrup (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup 100% fruit juice (orange, cranberry, or tart cherry)
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon citric acid (optional, for sour flavor)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine elderberry syrup and fruit juice. Heat for 2-3 minutes until warm but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in honey and lemon juice. Add citric acid if using. Whisk until honey is completely dissolved.
- Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over the warm liquid and let it bloom for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk vigorously for 30-60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Carefully pour the mixture into silicone molds using a dropper or small measuring cup. Tap the mold to release air bubbles.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Pop gummies out of molds and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Do not boil the elderberry syrup to preserve nutrients. Ensure gelatin is fully bloomed and dissolved to avoid clumps. If the mixture is too thick, add a teaspoon of warm water. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 gummies
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 1
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