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Homemade Elderberry Gummies: Easy Immune Boosting Snack

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These homemade elderberry syrup immune gummies are a delicious and healthy treat packed with immune-supporting goodness. They’re quick to make with simple ingredients and are a family favorite for cold and flu season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) Homemade Elderberry Syrup
  • 3 tablespoons (about 28 grams) Gelatin Powder (grass-fed beef gelatin recommended)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons (30–45 ml) Raw Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) Cold Water
  • ½ teaspoon Vitamin C Powder (optional)
  • A few drops Zinc Picolinate (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Tart Cherry Juice Concentrate (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bloom the Gelatin: Pour the ¼ cup of cold water into a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin powder evenly over the surface. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the gelatin absorbs the water and becomes a thick, jiggly mass.
  2. Heat the Elderberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the elderberry syrup and honey (or maple syrup). Warm over low heat, stirring gently, until warm to the touch (around 100-110°F or 38-43°C), about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Combine the Mixtures: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the bloomed gelatin to the warm syrup mixture. Whisk vigorously until the gelatin is completely dissolved, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the Lemon Juice and Optional Boosters: Stir in the fresh lemon juice. If adding vitamin C powder or zinc drops, add them now and whisk gently to combine.
  5. Fill the Molds: Carefully pour the mixture into a spouted measuring cup or dropper. Working quickly, fill each cavity in your silicone molds slightly above the rim. Tap the mold gently on the counter to release any bubbles.
  6. Set in the Refrigerator: Place the filled molds on a baking sheet or plate. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight for best results, until the gummies feel firm and bounce back when pressed.
  7. Remove from Molds: Once set, pop the gummies out of the molds. If stubborn, let the mold sit at room temperature for 5 minutes, then gently push from the bottom. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Temperature is crucial: do not overheat the syrup above 140°F (60°C) or gelatin will lose setting power. Work quickly after adding gelatin. For vegan version, use 2 tablespoons agar-agar powder bloomed in ½ cup water. Store gummies in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Gummies taste better on day two or three as flavors meld.

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