Homemade Gummy Fail: Help! Why Are My Vitamins Clumping?

heya! The clumping is likely due to the vitamin powders having fillers and being hydrophobic. They aren't soluble in water easily. Try mixing the powder with a little glycerin or a tiny bit of alcohol first to wet it, then add to the liquid. Also, make sure you don't boil the vitamins - heat degrades them. Use lukewarm liquid and stir rigorously with a whisk. Agar needs to dissolve at higher temps though, so maybe use gelatin only for vitamins. Also, consider using liquid vitamins or drops if available. Science bro!

Honestly, why even bother? Most vitamin powders taste awful and the doses are sketchy. Store-bought gummies are made with special equipment to mix evenly. You'll never get a consistent dose and could end up taking too much or too little. And gelatin and agar have different settings, so getting the texture right is a pain. I tried once, ended up with a rubbery blob. Just buy your gummies from a reputable brand. But if you insist, maybe use a blender to mix the powder into the liquid until no lumps, and strain it before adding to molds.

Hey! I feel you, I've been there! My tip: use a high-speed blender to mix the powders with the liquid BEFORE adding the gelling agent. That ensures even distribution. Also, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the mixture to get rid of any lumps. And for the texture, I use a combo of gelatin and agar but I add a bit of fruit juice or honey to help mask the vitamin taste. Don't give up! It's a learning curve but so rewarding. Also, check the pH - if your mix is too acidic, it can break down gelatin. Maybe add a pinch of baking soda if you use acidic vitamins. Good luck!

Thanks everyone! I'll try the mixing tips and maybe switch to liquid vitamins. I'll report back if my next batch works! 😊