Description
These Homemade Peach Ring Gummies are a delightful and healthy treat made with real peaches and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a refreshing snack, these gummies combine natural fruit juice and gelatin to create a chewy, fruity candy that's easy to make and free from artificial flavors and preservatives.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb peaches, peeled and sliced (defrosted frozen peaches recommended)
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp + 1 tsp gelatin
- 2 tbsp honey
Optional
- Granulated sweetener for coating (such as sugar or a sugar substitute)
Instructions
- Blend Peaches and Juice: Add the peeled peaches and orange juice to a blender or food processor. Blend until fully liquid. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer over a medium pot using a silicone spatula to push down the pulp, extracting about 1 1/4 cups of peach juice.
- Combine Juice and Honey: Pour the strained peach juice into the pot and stir in the honey until well combined.
- Add Gelatin: Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the peach mixture and lightly stir. Let the gelatin absorb and harden for about 2 minutes.
- Heat Mixture: Place the pot over low heat on the stove and warm the mixture gently for 3-4 minutes, stirring until the gelatin completely dissolves and the liquid is smooth and fully combined.
- Fill Molds: Using a dropper, carefully transfer the warm liquid into gummy molds or pour into a large glass container for shaping.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the molds for 4-6 hours or until the gummies are fully set and firm.
- Remove and Coat Gummies: Carefully pop the gummies out of the molds. Toss them gently in granulated sweetener if desired to prevent sticking and add a slight crunch.
- Store Properly: Keep the gummies stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for the freshest taste and best texture.
Notes
- Peeling peaches before blending ensures a smooth gummy texture without skins.
- Using defrosted frozen peaches works well and is convenient year-round.
- The granulated sweetener coating is optional but helps prevent gummies from sticking together.
- For firmer gummies, adjust the gelatin amount slightly, but avoid overuse as it may make them too tough.
- Gummies are best stored refrigerated and consumed within a week for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American