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Healthy Gummy Snacks Sugar Free Homemade Gummies for Keto

Healthy gummy snacks are the perfect keto candy because they are simple to make and only call for 3 ingredients. Plus, this fruity keto snack is gluten-free, sugar-free, paleo, and a zero-carb food.

Craving candy on a low-carb diet? These homemade gummies will hit the spot when you are craving something sweet. No matter which fruity flavors you crave, these sugar-free gummies can be made in a variety of delicious flavors to curb your sweet tooth.

So, the next time that sugar craving hits, don’t grab a bag of Sour Patch Kids or Swedish fish, just make this healthy gummy bear recipe instead.

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What Makes this Gummy Bear Recipe Healthy?

These homemade gummies prove that you can make a gummy bear recipe healthy. Most store-bought gummy bears include Corn Syrup, Sugar, Dextrose, Artificial Flavors, and Artificial Colors but when you make your own gummies, you can use better ingredients.

I tried experimenting with homemade gummies using fruit juice instead of powdered flavoring but it was really hard to keep the carb count down. If you aren’t counting carbs, feel free to use your favorite fruit juice but this sugar-free gummy candy recipe is perfect just the way it is, and I think you will agree.

Healthy Gummy Snacks Ingredients

To make healthy gummy snacks, you will need the following ingredients.

  • sugar-free flavored gelatin
  • unflavored gelatin
  • water

You will also need a mold and some cooking spray to make these healthy gummy snacks.

How to Make this Sugar-Free Gummy Recipe

In a medium pot, mix the water and the flavored gelatin. Cook on medium heat while stirring.

Once fully combined, add in the packet of unflavored gelatin. Stirring to prevent the mixture from clumping up.

Healthy Gummy Ingredients in Bowl.

Once fully combined, pour directly into molds. Store in refrigerator until fully gelled.

This usually takes about half an hour. Once the homemade gummies are done, remove them from the molds and store them in an airtight container.

Substitutions for Healthy Gummy Bears

Fruit Juice: You can use whichever fruit juices you prefer for your gummies. Choose from grape juice, cranberry, orange, pineapple, lime, or lemon juice. If you choose lime or lemon juice, be sure to add some kind of sweetener to prevent it from being too tart. You could also use raw elderberry syrup instead of juice.

Sweeteners: If your sweet tooth is craving some really sweet treats, you can add in a variety of alternative sweeteners. Some of my favorite ideas to naturally sweeten candy are maple syrup, date paste, honey, coconut sugar, and monkfruit extract.

When substituting natural sweeteners for sugar in candy recipes, you may need to adjust the ratios of other ingredients to achieve the desired consistency.

Gelatin: You can’t substitute gelatin in this recipe because it is an essential ingredient for making gummy candy!

Gelatin and Jello gummies

Best Molds for a Sugar-Free Gummy Recipe

If you want to make sugar free gummy worms, these silicone gummy worm molds were great. If gummy bears are what you are craving, this gummy bear shaped mold will do the trick. To curb a giant sweet tooth, try this giant gummy bear mold.

keto candy on plate

To keep things simple, if you do not have a mold, pour the sugar free gummy mixture into the bottom of muffin tins or use these molds for circle gummies.

The kids will love these dinosaur gummy molds and these animal gummy molds, perfect for this keto gummies recipe.

gummy worm mold

Tips for Making the Best Healthy Gummy Snacks

Coat the Molds: Spraying the molds prevents sticking and ensures that your keo sugar-free gummies are removed from the silicone trays easily and hold their shape.

Try New Flavors: Experiment with different flavors of jello to make this keto gummy recipe with a new flavor or adjust the levels of sweetness to fit your taste.

low carb gummies on plate.

Work Fast– Keep in mind that the gummy mixture begins to set almost immediately after combining the ingredients. To prevent the mixture from solidifying before you’ve had a chance to pour it into the molds, work quickly and efficiently. Have your molds prepared and ready to go before you start heating the mixture, and pour promptly once everything is mixed to avoid any mishaps.

Fill the Molds: When pouring your gummy mixture into molds, accuracy is crucial for achieving the perfect texture and consistency. Use a dropper or small spoon to carefully fill each mold, ensuring that you distribute the mixture evenly for uniform gummies.

sugar free gummies in bowl.

Is Gelatin In Gummy Bears Good for You?

Gelatin is a protein derived from collagen and contains amino acids that may improve your hair, skin, nails, and joints. It is also known to aid in digestion and gut health, so making this sugar-free jello gummies recipe is a healthy choice for a low-carb lifestyle with many benefits.

Are Sugar-Free Gummy Bears Healthy?

These sugar-free gummies align better with a low-carb diet which makes them healthier than store-bought like Haribo gummies or Black Forst Gummy worms because they do not contain extra sugar. Plus, many brands of gummy bears or gummy worms are high in calories, unlike these healthy gummy snacks.

More Easy Keto Recipes

This sugar-free peanut brittle recipe creates a low-carb savory candy that is bursting with nutty flavor and free from added sugars, it’s the perfect companion to our Healthy Homemade Gummy Snacks. Whip up a batch today and treat yourself to a delightful low-carb treat that’s keto-friendly and oh-so-satisfying.

Craving chocolate candy while following a ket diet? You have to try the Best Keto Friendly Peanut Butter Cups. This recipe is easy to make and having a batch of these low carb peanut butter cups on hand can prevent the urge to indulge in unhealthy alternatives.

Chocolate lovers need to try this easy low carb chocolate fudge recipe. Rich, creamy, and entirely guilt-free, this low-carb fudge should be enjoyed all year long, not just during the holiday season. Store in the freezer for an ice-cream like treat without the added carbs.

For a satisfying solution for those salty chocolate cravings, try this Easy Keto Almond Bark. The combination of almond and chocolate sprinkled with sea salt is sure to hit the spot.

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Yield: 1

Zero Carb Sugar Free Homemade Gummies for Keto

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Inactive Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes

Healthy gummy snacks like this sugar free gummy recipe can be easy to make. These homemade gummies are the perfect zero-carb keto candy.

Ingredients

  • 1 packet of sugar free flavored gelatin (0.25 ounce)
  • 1 packet of unflavored gelatin (0.3 ounce)
  • 1/3 cup of Purified Water
  • Non Stick cooking spray

Instructions

  1. In a medium pot, mix together the water and the flavored gelatin. Cook on medium heat while stirring.
  2. Once fully combined, add in the packet of unflavored gelatin, while stirring. Once fully combined, pour directly into molds.
  3. Store in refrigerator until fully gelled. This usually takes about half an hour.
  4. Once the homemade gummies are done, remove them from the molds and store them in an airtight container.

Notes

You can swap out the flavors and use a different variety of Jello to make this recipe without changing the measurements. Just replace one box of flavored jello with another of the same size.

Some of the best flavors of healthy homemade gummies in my opinion are orange, cherry, raspberry, strawberry, lemon, lime, and blue raspberry.

For storage, despite their gummy texture, it's best to keep these candies refrigerated in a sealed container, where they'll stay fresh for about a month.

If you prefer to freeze them, arrange the gummies in a shallow container or a ziplock bag, and store them in the freezer for up to six months.

Nutrition Information

Yield

1

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 60Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 31mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 12g

The nutrition in recipes is caluculate by AI, mistakes happen. It is highly recommended to check carb counts to make sure these recipes fit into your diet.

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My journey started after a Crohn's disease diagnosis, inspiring a commitment to well-being. This site shares my distinctive approach to healthy living with my collection of nutritious recipes that boast authentic flavors, mimicking the indulgence of traditional dishes. I love sharing guilt free recipes for low carb, keto, gluten-free, paleo, and the specific carbohydrate diet. I also share tips on natural living, including homemade cleaners and cleaning hacks. I also share my experience as a veterinary technician and pet groomer, to integrate pet health tips, homemade dog food recipes, and grooming insights to ensure your pets thrive.

Mariah

Friday 16th of September 2022

Has anyone made these? Do they have a gummie texture or a jello texture? Thanks!

Maricar Gacusan Rodriguez

Thursday 3rd of September 2020

Woow!!!! These are something I need in my life! It's amazing!!! And my kids will really like this Gummies!!!!

StacieinAtlanta

Wednesday 2nd of September 2020

These gummy worms look so good. I need to make some soon.

NaturalBeautyAndMakeup(Ana)

Wednesday 2nd of September 2020

I didn't know we could make these delicious healthy gummies at home 😍 thank you so much for the recipe, will try it soon💕

Charline Liu

Wednesday 2nd of September 2020

Wow! I love this ,I never thought to make my own sugar free gummies before. I will definitely give this a try!

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