Description
Unlock the secret to the best homemade peach gummies! Bursting with natural peach flavor and boasting a perfectly chewy texture, these treats are surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peach puree (from about 2–3 medium peaches)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cold filtered water
- 4 tablespoons (4 packets) unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon peach extract
- Optional: 1-2 drops orange or red food coloring
- Optional: Granulated sugar and/or citric acid for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Peaches: Peel, pit, and chop fresh peaches. Blend fresh or thawed frozen peaches into a smooth puree.
- Bloom Gelatin: In a small, heatproof bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup cold water. Let sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes until bloomed.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, whisk peach puree, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Add bloomed gelatin, peach extract (if using), and food coloring (if using).
- Gentle Heat: Heat over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin completely dissolves (do not boil).
- Pour & Set: Carefully pour mixture into silicone molds. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours, or until firm.
- Demold & Dust: Gently demold gummies. Lightly dust with granulated sugar and/or citric acid, if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins