Black Currant Gummies (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy candies featuring tangy black currants. A simple homemade treat that's naturally gluten-free and perfect for candy lovers.

# Ingredient List:

→ Black Currant Base

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen black currants
02 - 1/3 cup water
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

→ Sweetener

04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Gelatin

05 - 3 tablespoons unflavored powdered gelatin
06 - 1/3 cup cold water for blooming

→ Finishing

07 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar for coating, optional

# Directions:

01 - Combine black currants and 1/3 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until berries soften and begin to burst.
02 - Remove from heat and press mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, extracting juice and pulp while discarding skins and seeds. Yield approximately 2/3 cup puree.
03 - Stir lemon juice and sugar into the black currant puree until sugar completely dissolves.
04 - Sprinkle gelatin over 1/3 cup cold water in a small bowl. Allow to stand undisturbed for 5 minutes.
05 - Return black currant mixture to saucepan over low heat. Add bloomed gelatin and stir continuously until completely dissolved, avoiding boiling.
06 - Pour mixture into silicone candy molds or a parchment-lined 8x8-inch baking pan. Gently tap to release air bubbles.
07 - Refrigerate for minimum 2 hours until fully firm and set.
08 - Remove gummies from molds or cut into squares. Optionally coat with granulated sugar. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bursting with the authentic, tangy sweetness of real black currants.
  • Gluten-free and made with simple, high-quality ingredients.
  • A rewarding confectionery project that is surprisingly easy to master.
02 -
  • Ensure the black currant mixture does not boil after the gelatin is added, as high heat can degrade the gelatin's gelling ability.
  • Use a very fine mesh strainer to ensure no seeds or skins pass through, resulting in a perfectly smooth gummy.
  • Always check ingredient labels for cross-contamination if you are sensitive to allergens.
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