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If you knew there were delicious gummy bears that could help support your immune system, would you eat them? Of course you would! But what if you could make them right in your own kitchen?
During cold and flu season, many of us look for ways to naturally support our health and boost our immune defenses. Elderberry syrup is a popular choice thanks to its antiviral and antioxidant properties, and now you can turn that powerhouse syrup into something your whole family will enjoy: delicious, immune-boosting gummy bears.
This recipe is simple enough for beginners and fun enough to make with kids. It's also easily adaptable, so you can switch out the base liquid for other juices like orange, grape, or strawberry if you want to try different flavors.
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I found this particular recipe on the Youtube channel, Our Oily House. You can watch it and read the instructions below.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cup of elderberry syrup (divided into two ½-cup portions)
- ¼ cup of unflavored gelatin (grass-fed gelatin is best for health benefits)
- ½ cup of hot water (not boiling)
- Coconut oil (or any light oil for greasing molds)
- Gummy bear molds
- Medicine dropper
You’ll also want gummy bear molds and a dropper (many molds come with one), or use a 9×13 pan and cut them into squares after setting.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Add Elderberry Syrup & Gelatin
Pour ½ cup of elderberry syrup into a mixing bowl and whisk in ¼ cup of unflavored gelatin. Work quickly, though. Gelatin begins to set fast.
2. Add Hot Water
Slowly pour in ½ cup of hot (not boiling) water while continuing to whisk. This step dissolves the gelatin and helps everything incorporate smoothly.
3. Add More Elderberry Syrup
Once the mixture is smooth, whisk in the remaining ½ cup of elderberry syrup. Stir until fully combined.
4. Grease & Fill the Molds
Lightly grease your gummy bear molds with coconut oil to prevent sticking. Just rub a bit into each cavity using your finger or a brush.
Use a dropper to fill each mold cavity with the mixture. If you don’t have a dropper, you can pour the mixture carefully, but expect it to get a little messy.
No molds? Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 pan and refrigerate. Once set, cut into small squares.
5. Refrigerate to Set
Place your filled molds in the refrigerator. For small gummy bears, they’ll set in about 20–30 minutes. If using a larger pan, allow 4 to 8 hours.
6. Store & Enjoy
Once firm, pop the gummies out of the molds. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
How to Use Them
Laura recommends giving these gummies to her kids five days on, two days off to avoid building up a resistance. These gummies are naturally packed with vitamins A, B, and C, plus the immune-supporting power of elderberries and the gut health benefits of gelatin.
Customize the Flavors
This recipe is very versatile! Try substituting the elderberry syrup with:
- Orange juice
- Grape juice
- Strawberry juice
- Lemonade or herbal tea
Each variation offers new flavors, colors, and added health benefits.
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