Description
These homemade raspberry gummies are soft, chewy, and bursting with real fruit flavor! Made with fresh raspberry purée, natural pectin, and a touch of lemon juice, these gummies are a fun and easy candy to make at home. Perfect for a sweet treat or a homemade gift!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh raspberries, puréed and strained to remove seeds
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons liquid fruit pectin
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Additional sugar for coating (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Raspberry Purée
- Blend fresh raspberries until smooth.
- Strain the purée through a fine mesh strainer to remove seeds.
Step 2: Cook the Candy Mixture
- In a medium saucepan, combine raspberry purée, sugar, and water.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Stir in lemon juice and liquid fruit pectin.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 3: Set the Gummies
- Line a small baking dish with parchment paper.
- Pour the hot gummy mixture into the dish, spreading evenly.
- Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours until fully set.
Step 4: Cut & Coat (Optional)
- Once firm, remove from the dish and cut into small squares or shapes using a knife.
- For a classic gummy candy finish, roll pieces in sugar to coat (optional).
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries (thaw first if using frozen).
- For a firmer texture, increase pectin slightly.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Want extra fun shapes? Use silicone candy molds instead of a baking dish!
