Homemade Elderberry Gummy Vitamins

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup elderberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons gelatin (unflavored)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine elderberries and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until berries are soft.
3. Strain berries through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl. Discard solids.
4. In a small saucepan, whisk together honey, gelatin, and lemon juice. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, or until gelatin has dissolved and mixture has thickened slightly.
5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6. Add elderberry juice to gelatin mixture and whisk until well combined.
7. Pour mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
8. Cut into desired shapes and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 gummy):

• Calories: 20
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 5g
• Sugar: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy and flavorful
• Naturally sweetened with honey
• High in antioxidants from elderberries
• Fun and easy to make

User Comments:

• "These gummies are so yummy and healthy! I love that they're made with real fruit."
• "They're perfect for on-the-go snacks or as a sweet treat."
• "My kids love these gummies and they're a great way to get them to eat their vitamins."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Avoid using metal utensils when making the gummies, as this can cause the gelatin to react and become tough.
• If you don't have a fine-mesh sieve, you can use a cheesecloth-lined strainer.
• The gummies will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.