Homemade vitamin gummies for kids - my batch turned into goo! Help?
Hey everyone, trying to make my own kids' vitamin gummies at home to save money and control ingredients. Used gelatin, some vitamin C powder, and a little honey for sweetness. Followed a basic recipe online but instead of cute gummies I got this weird rubbery-goo mess that won't set properly. Anyone have experience with this? What ratios work best? Also wondering if agar would be better than gelatin for a vegetarian option.
Oh honey, I tried this once during the pandemic and it was a DISASTER. My kitchen looked like a science experiment gone wrong. Honestly, I'm skeptical about homemade versions being safe or effective - store-bought ones are tested for proper vitamin dosing. But if you're determined: make sure your gelatin is fully dissolved in warm liquid before adding vitamins (heat can degrade some nutrients though!). And measure EXACTLY - too much liquid = goo. My kids wouldn't touch my homemade ones anyway lol.
Namaste! I've had success with agar-based gummies for my yoga kiddos. Agar sets firmer than gelatin and is plant-based. Key tips: 1) Mix vitamin powder with a tiny bit of oil first to prevent clumping (I use coconut oil) 2) Agar needs to boil for 2 mins to activate 3) Pour into molds QUICKLY before it sets. I add elderberry and zinc during cold season. Remember intention matters - infuse your mixture with loving energy for your little ones! ✨
Fascinating project! Biohacker perspective: you're dealing with hydrophilic/hydrophobic interactions. Vitamin powders often contain fillers that disrupt gelling. Solution: use liposomal vitamin forms or microencapsulated powders designed for food prep. Gelatin needs 2.5-3% concentration by weight for proper gel strength. I'd recommend testing small batches with precise digital scales. Also consider adding sunflower lecithin as an emulsifier (0.5% by weight). Track your variables in a spreadsheet!