Sweet and Sour Watermelon Gummies for a Guilt-Free Treat

Delight in these homemade Sweet and Sour Watermelon Gummies, a refreshing and lower-sugar alternative to store-bought candies.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Setting Time 3

Total Time 3 15

Servings: 10 gummies

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 50

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Gummies

2 cups Watermelon Cubes Use seedless and fresh watermelon for best results.
2 tbsp Unflavored Grass Fed Beef Gelatin Powder Substitute with agar-agar for a vegetarian option.
1 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best for optimal flavor.
2 tbsp Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
1/4 cup Sugar You can reduce sugar if you prefer a less sweet gummy.
1 tsp Citric Acid Can be omitted for a sweeter gummy.

Equipment

Blender
Medium saucepan
silicone mold or baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare Watermelon: Cut the rind off the watermelon and remove any seeds. Blend the watermelon cubes until smooth for the gummy base.
Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the watermelon puree, lemon juice, honey, and sugar over medium heat. Stir and heat for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
Add Gelatin: Remove from heat and sprinkle in the gelatin while stirring continuously until fully dissolved.
Incorporate Citric Acid: Stir in the citric acid to enhance the gummies' flavor, mixing thoroughly.
Set Gummies: Pour the mixture into molds or a baking dish and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.
Cut and Serve: Once set, remove from molds or cut into shapes. Enjoy stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gummyCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. They can last up to 3 months in the freezer. Avoid overheating after adding gelatin to ensure proper setting.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!