Homemade Healthy Gushers Candy! – A Nutritious & Delicious Treat
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 min
Ingredients
For the fruit gel (outer layer):
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1 cup 100% fruit juice (like strawberry, mango, or grape)
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2 tbsp grass-fed gelatin (or agar agar for vegan option)
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
For the fruit “gush” filling:
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1/4 cup fruit puree (like blended berries or mango)
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1 tbsp chia seeds (for thickening)
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1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
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Make the filling: Mix fruit puree, chia seeds, and honey. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to thicken.
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Prepare molds: Use small silicone molds or ice cube trays.
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Create outer layer: Warm the juice in a saucepan (don’t boil). Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add sweetener if desired.
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Assembly: Pour a small amount of the juice mix into each mold. Let it set for a few minutes in the fridge.
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Add a tiny bit of the fruit-chia filling in the center, then top off with more juice-gel mix.
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Chill for at least 1 hour until fully set. Pop out and enjoy
Notes
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Use silicone molds: Small gummy or chocolate molds work best to get the classic Gusher shape.
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Let the filling thicken: Don’t rush the chia mixture — give it 10–15 minutes so it becomes gooey and won’t leak.
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Don’t overfill: When adding the chia filling, use a small spoon or dropper — too much and the Gusher may not seal properly.
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Try fun flavors: Mix and match juice and fruit puree flavors! Mango outside with raspberry inside? Yes, please!
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Store them right: Keep in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days — they’ll stay fresh and chewy.
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Make it vegan: Use agar-agar instead of gelatin — just follow the package instructions, as it sets a bit differently.
Nutrition
- Calories: 35 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 2g