Homemade Gummy Troubles: Why Did My Batch Turn Out Like Jello?
Hey all! I've been trying to make my own gummy vitamins at home using gelatin and some Vitamin C powder. I followed a recipe I found online, but my gummies came out too soft and jelly-like, not chewy like store-bought. Any tips on getting that perfect gummy texture? Also, I'm worried about the vitamin dosage—how do you know how much powder to use? Thanks!
I've been making my own gummies for my grandkids for years. The trick is to use more gelatin and let them set longer in the fridge. Also, you need to bloom the gelatin properly in cold water before adding it to the hot mixture. As for dosage, I always calculate based on the vitamin powder's label. For example, if a scoop is 1000mg and you want 100mg per gummy, and you make 10 gummies, you'd use one scoop. And don't forget to stir well so it's even. My first batch was a disaster too—came out like gummy bears that melted. Hang in there!
I'm on night shift and make these for my own energy boost. I found that using a silicone mold and letting them set at room temp for a while then refrigerating helps. Also, agar-agar is a good alternative if you're vegetarian, but it gives a different texture—more like firm jelly. For the jelly issue, maybe you didn't use enough gelatin or didn't heat it enough. I usually use 2 tablespoons of gelatin per cup of liquid. And for the vitamins, buy empty capsules and measure how much fits in a spoon. Then divide by the number of gummies you make. Hope that helps!
As a caffeine addict, I make these with caffeine powder too. The key to chewy gummies is to use a high-pectin fruit juice or add a little agar agar. I've also learned that if you cook the mixture too long, it can get too hard, so you have to find that sweet spot. My first batch was like rubber, second was soup. Third time was charm. Also, make sure your powder is finely ground, no clumps. And store them in an airtight container—they absorb moisture. Good luck!