Watermelon Gummies Recipe Made with Fresh Blended Fruit
Soft, chewy fruit snacks made with fresh watermelon juice, natural sweetener, and gelatin for a refreshing homemade treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 gummies 1x
Ingredients
3 cups fresh watermelon cubes
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Blend watermelon cubes until smooth.
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Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp.
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Pour the watermelon juice into a saucepan and warm over low heat.
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Slowly whisk in the gelatin until fully dissolved.
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Add honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
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Stir until the mixture becomes smooth.
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Remove from heat and allow the liquid to cool slightly.
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Pour the mixture into silicone molds.
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Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until firm.
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Remove the gummies from molds and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for stronger natural sweetness.
Silicone molds help release gummies easily.
Chill completely before removing from molds.