Gummy Candies

This recipe yields about 20 (1 1/2-inch) candies, and you’ll get more or less depending on the exact size and depth of your molds. In either case, remember that the gummies shrink a little when they're set, so fill the molds with a substantial amount, not to the rim but not halfway. Before you start, be sure to have a pitcher with a spout for easy pouring of the mixture into the molds—abstain from using the plastic pipettes that some molds come with as they incorporate air that can be trapped within each gummy.

Prep: 3 mins
Cook: 4 mins
Chill : 20 mins
Total: 27 mins
Servings: 20 servings

Ingredients
Cooking spray, for molds
6 (1/4-ounce) packages unflavored gelatin, 1.5 ounces total
1 (3-ounce) package flavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water

Steps to Make It
1: Gather the ingredients.
2: Prepare the candy molds by making sure they are clean and dry. Spray them with a very light coating of nonstick cooking spray. Place the molds on a baking sheet.
3: Combine the unflavored gelatin, flavored gelatin, and cold water in a small saucepan. Slowly whisk everything together until well combined and the gelatin has dissolved. Although you might feel tempted to mix vigorously, the less air you incorporate the better, so the gummies set without air bubbles.
4: Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Continue to whisk occasionally while the mixture heats up, and the gelatins melt and become liquid, about 4 minutes.

5: Once the gummy mixture is fully liquid, remove the pan from the heat and pour the gelatin into a measuring cup or a similar container with a spout.

6: Carefully fill each cavity of the mold with gelatin. Transfer the baking sheet with the candy molds to the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes so the gummy candies can fully set.

7: Once the candies are set, remove the gummies by carefully pushing the sides of the candy away from the edges of the mold and toward the center, then pull them up and out of the molds.

i: How to Store Homemade Gummies
These homemade gummies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for three to four weeks, or left at room temperature for up to five days. Before storing, lightly spray with cooking spray prevent the gummies sticking to one another, or coat with powdered sugar or cornstarch. This last method is very effective in keeping them separate but it does rob the gummies of their shine.
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