Homemade Gummy Peach Rings Recipe
These Homemade Gummy Peach Rings are a delightful treat made with natural peach juice, lemon juice, and gelatin for that perfect gummy texture. Sweetened just right and optionally enhanced with peach extract and natural food coloring, these gummies are a fun and flavorful snack perfect for all ages. With a quick stovetop preparation and simple chilling, you can create vibrant, chewy peach rings at home without any artificial additives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 gummy peach rings 1x
- Category: Snack, Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Liquid Ingredients
- 1 cup 100% peach juice (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ tsp peach extract (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 3 tbsp unflavored gelatin (or agar agar for vegan option)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (can substitute with coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener)
Optional Coating
- Citric acid (for tangy sour coating)
- Extra granulated sugar (for sparkly finish and to prevent sticking)
Optional Coloring
- A few drops of natural peachy-orange food coloring
Instructions
- Warm the Juice: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup of peach juice with 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Warm gently, ensuring the mixture does not boil, to prepare the base for the gelatin.
- Bloom the Gelatin: Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of unflavored gelatin evenly over the warm juice mixture. Allow it to sit undisturbed for 3 to 5 minutes to absorb the liquid and fully bloom, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Stir Until Smooth: Whisk the bloomed gelatin into the juice until completely dissolved and smooth. If using, add ½ teaspoon peach extract and a few drops of natural food coloring to intensify flavor and enhance appearance. Stir well.
- Add Sugar: Mix ¼ cup granulated sugar into the warm mixture. Taste and adjust sweetness, remembering the mixture will mellow once chilled. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Pour into Molds: Using a dropper or squeeze bottle for precision, carefully pour the mixture into silicone ring molds to create the classic gummy ring shape.
- Chill to Set: Place the filled molds in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the gummies are firm and set to the touch.
- Unmold and Coat: Gently pop the gummies from the molds. If desired, toss them lightly in extra granulated sugar, citric acid for a tart coating, or a combination of both to prevent sticking and add flavor.
Notes
- Use of agar agar is recommended for a vegan version; adjust the amount as agar sets differently than gelatin.
- Ensure the juice mixture does not boil when warming as high heat can affect gelatin’s setting ability.
- For a stronger peach flavor, peach extract is optional but recommended especially if using mild peach juice.
- Natural food coloring is optional and adds a vibrant look without artificial dyes.
- Coating with citric acid adds a tangy sour note similar to store-bought sour gummy candy.
- Extra sugar coating prevents gummies from sticking together and adds a pleasant sparkle.
- Store gummies in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness for up to 1 week.
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