Description
This Pioneer Woman Gumdrop recipe is a delightful homemade candy treat featuring a chewy, fruity gelatin base coated in sugar. Perfect for candy lovers, these colorful gumdrops are made from simple ingredients and shaped in fun molds, ideal for festive occasions or sweet snacking.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups sugar (or more to taste)
- 4 tbsp gelatin powder
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup cold water
- Lemon or vanilla extract (to taste)
Instructions
- Dissolve Gelatin: Combine the cold water and gelatin powder in a small bowl. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved, ensuring a smooth base for the gumdrops.
- Cook Sugar Syrup: Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add 1 1/2 cups of water and 4 cups of sugar. Stir constantly for about 5 minutes. Using a candy thermometer, monitor the mixture until it reaches 230 degrees Fahrenheit, the softball stage, to achieve the proper candy consistency.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the dissolved gelatin mixture into the hot sugar syrup and mix thoroughly to combine. Remove the saucepan from heat. Divide the mixture into separate cups and add food coloring to each for a vibrant, glossy finish.
- Shape and Set: Pour the colored gelatin mixture into various shaped molds. Let the gumdrops rest and set until firm. Once set, remove them from the molds and coat the gumdrops in sugar for a perfect sweet finish before serving.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature to ensure proper gumdrop texture.
- Add lemon or vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust sugar quantity to suit sweetness preference.
- Ensure molds are lightly greased or dusted with sugar to prevent sticking.
- Store gumdrops in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pioneer Woman gumdrop recipe, homemade gumdrops, gelatin candy, chewy candy, sugar candy recipe
