Description
Kool-aid gummy treats bring nostalgic childhood sweetness with a playful twist of fruity flavors. Colorful, chewy delights will brighten your snack time and spark memories of carefree summer days you’ll savor with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 2 packets (0.13 ounces/3.7 grams each) Kool-Aid (in favorite flavors)
- 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
Liquid Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup cold water
Mold and Optional Decorative Ingredient:
- Gummy bear molds (or any mold of choice)
- Optional: Edible shimmer dust (for sparkling effect)
Instructions
- Dissolve the gelatin powder in cold water, allowing it to bloom and transform into a thick, gel-like substance over 5-7 minutes.
- Create a translucent sugar syrup by heating granulated sugar and corn syrup in a saucepan, stirring until the mixture becomes completely smooth and glossy.
- Gently fold the activated gelatin into the warm syrup, ensuring complete integration and a uniform texture.
- Infuse the mixture with vibrant Kool-Aid powder, whisking until the liquid achieves a consistent color and flavor profile.
- Utilize a precision dropper or small spoon to transfer the liquid mixture into gummy bear molds, working efficiently to prevent premature setting.
- Allow the filled molds to rest at ambient temperature for approximately one hour, or expedite the process by chilling in the refrigerator for 25-30 minutes.
- Extract the gummies from the molds with a gentle touch, using a brief warm water bath if they resist removal.
- Preserve the freshly crafted treats in a sealed container at room temperature, ensuring optimal taste and texture for up to one week.
Notes
- Experiment with different Kool-Aid flavors to create unique color and taste combinations for your gummy treats.
- Use silicone molds for easy removal and to prevent sticking, making the gummy-making process smoother and more enjoyable.
- Adjust the sweetness by reducing sugar or using alternative sweeteners like honey or agave for a healthier twist on the classic recipe.
- For a vegan version, replace gelatin with agar-agar or pectin to create plant-based gummy treats that everyone can enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 67
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg