Fruit Gummies ~ Dragon Fruit and Passion Fruit

 

Hello!
Fruit gummies are my favorite snacks! These homemade fruit gummies are easy to make and much healthier than store-bought ones.

Quick Tip: This recipe is not overly sweet; I developed it for myself to control sugar intake in my diet. You can add more sweeteners to make it to your taste.
If you are making these gummies for a child, they may need to be sweeter. You can perhaps add a little more honey or maple syrup, or more agave depending on their palate.

You do not need to stick to this recipe; let your imagination go wild with flavor ideas! Do keep the ratio of liquid (fruit purée and/or juice) and 6 tablespoons of gelatin, and you will be fine!

Fruit enzymes that break down protein:
Some fruits contain proteases (enzymes that break down protein) such as pineapple, kiwi fruit, figs, papaya, mango and guava. These fruits often do not set well.

Equipment:

silicone mold

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups of fruit/juice. I used Dragon Fruit pulp and Passion Fruit juice (I processed from my Passion Fruit bushes)4 Tablespoons of Agave Syrup
6 Tablespoons of Gelatin 1/3 cup of coconut milk
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla extract

Instructions:


Blitz the fruit until it is smooth and has an even texture. I like to do this before I put it in a saucepan. In a saucepan, place: fruit, vanilla, and coconut milk. Simmer for 5 minutes. Do not allow the mixture to boil!

Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Add the gelatin. I use my stick mixer to mix it in, and it makes sure there are absolutely no lumps of gelatin

Place silicone molds on trays. Portion the mix into a silicone mold. I often find it easiest to put the fruit puree mix into a small jug first with a pouring spout. Or you can always use your turkey baster, but it can get messy, as you can see from my final molds I took out of the refrigerator.

Chill in the fridge until solid. (usually 1 hr- 2 hours

Pop out of the mold and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Enjoy with family and friends!