Sugar-free mandarin gummies

Name: Sugar-free mandarin gummies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 2 mandarins; 6 unflavored gelatin sheets or 3g agar-agar powder; Gummy silicone mold; Zitrus adjust 160 citrus juicer

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I make these homemade mandarin gummies using fresh mandarin juice and unflavored gelatin, with no added sugar whatsoever. I adore their vibrant citrus flavor and how fun they are to make using your favorite silicone molds. All the sweetness comes straight from the fruit, so it's definitely worth picking ripe, flavorful mandarins.

If you're wondering how to make mandarin gummies at home, the secret is dissolving the gelatin completely and being patient while they set. We squeeze the fruit, make the mixture, and pour it into molds; then they chill overnight in the fridge before unmolding. They're a wonderful option if you want a fruity treat with no added sugar that you can prep ahead the day before.

If you enjoy these fruit sweets, take a look at my sugar-free mango gummies and my mandarin gelatin cups.

Prep: 15 minCook: 1 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you'll need for this recipe

2 mandarins
6 unflavored gelatin sheets or 3g agar-agar powder

Equipment

Gummy silicone mold
Zitrus adjust 160 citrus juicer

Step by step

Method

1Juice the mandarins.
2Soak the gelatin sheets in a bowl of cold water.
3Strain the mandarin juice and warm it in the microwave for 1 minute.
4Once the juice is hot, squeeze the excess water from the gelatin sheets and stir them in.
5Once the gelatin has completely dissolved, pour into molds and let cool to room temperature.
6Refrigerate overnight to set.
7Ready! Our sugar-free mandarin gummies are all done.

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace the gelatin with agar-agar?

Yes, you can use the 3 g of agar-agar powder listed as an alternative to the 6 gelatin sheets. It behaves differently, though: agar needs to come to a boil to activate, so follow the package directions; the resulting texture will also be firmer and less chewy.

How do you store homemade mandarin gummies?

Store them in a sealed container in the fridge once unmolded. I recommend eating them within 2 to 3 days and taking them out right before serving.

Are these gummies completely sugar-free?

They contain no added sugar, but they do have the natural sugars present in fresh mandarin juice. For a naturally sweeter taste without adding anything extra, choose very ripe mandarins.