Homemade Gumdrops

How amazing do these Gumdrops look and they’d make a beautiful gift.  They’re totally delicious and really quick and easy to make. Nothing quite beats making something yourself and these make great stocking stuffers too!

Prep time:  15 minutes

Cook time:  5 minutes

Total time:  20 minutes

 

Soft, chewy and delicious. These Gumdrops can be made in any flavor.

 
Ingredients:

• 2 cups sugar {plus a little for rolling gum drops}
• 1⅓ cups applesauce, unsweetened
• 2 small (3 oz) boxes Jello, any flavor
• 2 envelopes (4 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin {like Knox}
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice 

Directions:

1. Line 13x9 pan with parchment paper
2. In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients, let stand 1 minute
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, boil for 1 minute
4. Immediately pour into prepared pan
5. Place in refrigerator for 3 hours or until firm
6. Loosen sides from pan with a spatula
7. Turn Gum Drops onto a cutting board
8. Cut out gum drops using a knife dipped in hot water to cut squares or a cookie cutter
9. Roll Gum Drops in extra sugar, set onto wax paper until slightly dry
10. Store in an airtight container 

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Source: hoosierhomemade.com