HOMEMADE GUMDROPS

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Your friends and family will remember these chewy, fruity candies long after they've licked the last bit of sugar off their fingers! They're a great gift any time of year. -Christin Holt, Kingsburg, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield About 1-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2-1/2 cups sugar, divided
1-1/3 cups applesauce
2 packages (3 ounces each) red or green gelatin
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar, applesauce, red or green gelatin, unflavored gelatin and lemon juice; let stand for 1 minute. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute. Immediately pour into a cold 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm., With a spatula, loosen gelatin from sides of pan. To remove, invert onto waxed paper. Using kitchen scissors or small sharp cookie cutters dipped on hot water, cut into 1-in. squares or shapes. , Place on waxed paper. Dry at room temperature for about 8 hours or until slightly sticky. Roll in remaining sugar. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Pampusi Mkabane
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The only thing I would say is that the gum drops take a little longer to make than I thought.


Steve Mokua
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Overall, I really enjoyed making these homemade gum drops and I would definitely recommend them to others.


Okolo Samuel
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These gum drops are a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Wolfie 929
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves gum drops.


Bila Barand
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These gum drops are the perfect treat for any occasion.


Abid Ullah
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I've made these gum drops several times and they always turn out great.


Ha Summer
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These gum drops are so easy to make and they're so delicious.


Martin Cloud
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I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Robert Brigham
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The gum drops turned out perfectly! They're soft and chewy, with a great flavor.


Jay Wilson
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I've tried other homemade gum drop recipes before, but these are by far the best.


vathiswa mhambi
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These are the best homemade gum drops I've ever eaten! The recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious.