Tips To Make Homemade Gummy Bears

Kids love this rubbery textured confectionery or sweet treat which is quite similar to a jelly baby. Gummy bears - popular gelatin based candy, can be prepared at home too– this is 2 cm in length and takes the shape of a bear, making it really very special and much loved by kids. These are  quite popular in kids parties with their variety of colors and shapes. Here are some quick tips and ideas which make preparing them easier.

Easy tips:

Ingredients:

• It is important to have the ingredients ready and at hand when you are preparing these gummy bears. You need to have flavored jello, iced water, candy molds and unflavored gelatin. It is not advisable to include some more additional ingredients as these might spoil the taste of the sweet dish.

Mix well:

• In a bowl add all the ingredients one by one. These need to be mixed very well to get a good consistency. You have to ensure that the mixture you have gets a slushy consistency.

Use proper molds:

• You need to have the right molds for this candy so that you can have the perfectly shaped bears. Use a large ear- dropper to fill these molds properly with the mixture.

So,  when you have your kids at home during the holidays, hope you will not run short of ideas on how to serve them their favorite treats.

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