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    12/11/2019

    Immune Boosting Elderberry Gummies Recipe

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    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with elderberry syrup and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummy bears!

    Elderberry Tea, Elderberry Syrup, and these fun and delicious elderberry gummy bears are my go-to remedies during the cold months.

    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with dried elderberries, herbs, and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummies! #ElderberryGummies #ElderberryGummyBear
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    Homemade elderberry syrup gummies
    Ingredients for elderberry gummies
    How to make immune-boosting elderberry gummies?
    Some tips:
    Health benefits of elderberry gummy bears
    How many elderberry gummies can you take?
    How long do they last?
    Immune Boosting Elderberry Gummies Recipe
    Ingredients

    Homemade elderberry syrup gummies

    Elderberry gummies are a great way to address winter wellness goals, but store-bought gummies can be expensive if you are buying them for the whole family. You’ll be SHOCKED at how easy it is to make them at home!

    Make some extra and they’re great for gifts!

    Ingredients for elderberry gummies

    Elderberry gummies are made of 3 ingredients:

    • Elderberry syrup: Homemade elderberry syrup is better for this recipe as it’s not as thick as the store-bought ones.
    • Gelatin: It helps to thicken the syrup and sustain the shape. It also plays a role in joint health and brain function.
    • Water: You’ll need hot but not boiling water for this recipe

    Elderberry syrup is really easy to make, you’ll need dried elderberries (available on Amazon), fresh ginger, cinnamon stick (or powder), raw honey and water. If you don’t have elderberry syrup already, you can see how to make it in the recipe.

    How to make immune-boosting elderberry gummies?

    Start with whisking together 1/4 cup of elderberry syrup (room temperature) with gelatin in a medium-sized bowl.

    • Adding gelatin to the elderberry syrup in a medium-sized clear mixing bowl.
    • Whisking together gelatin and the syrup.

    Add in the hot water and stir until completely dissolved. Then add the remaining elderberry syrup. Mix well.

    Adding the remaining syrup after mixing in the hot water.

    Pour the syrup and gelatin mixture into each mold. I recommend using the miniature baster, which usually comes with the mold.

    Adding the liquid mixture into the mold using a miniature baster.

    Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Make sure they’re firm before you unmold them.

    Some tips:

    • Get the hot water ready before you mix the gelatin and syrup, as you need to pour in the water immediately after you whisk together the other two ingredients. Otherwise it will be difficult to dissolve gelatin completely. 
    • It’s important to set up your molds for filling ahead of the time. After the mixture is ready, you’ll need to move quickly as the gelatin mixture will get thicker sitting at the room temperature. 
    • Fill in each mold to the top. If there are bubbles forming on the surface, just pop with the tip of a spoon or toothpick.
    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with dried elderberries, herbs, and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummy bears!

    Health benefits of elderberry gummy bears

    The key health benefits come from the elderberry fruit. It’s the dark purple berry from the European elder tree. It’s packed with antioxidants and vitamins, and therefore is one of the most commonly used medicinal plants in the world.  Key health benefits that are supported by studies include the following:

    • Boost immunity: Elderberries help to increase antioxidant levels in the body and fight flu. They also offer protection against viruses that might damage cell walls, and decrease mucus production during cold and flu.
    • Enhance heart health: Elderberries are also rich in potassium, and help regulate blood pressure and reduce the strain on the heart. 
    • Improve digestive health: The fiber in elderberries helps to enhance digestion and treat digestive issues like constipation, gas, and bloating.

    Other benefits include strengthening bones, improving hair and skin health, and fight inflammation.

    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with dried elderberries, herbs, and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold.

    How many elderberry gummies can you take?

    Depending on the size of the gummy bear, you can take about 3-5 gummies per day (about 1 teaspoon total) for prevention. If you are fighting flu symptoms, a conservative recommendation is to about 10-15 (3-4 teaspoons) per day until symptoms subside. Check with your pediatrician before giving them to kids.

    How long do they last?

    Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and they’ll last for up to 10 days. You can also store them in freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them overnight in the fridge before serving.

    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with dried elderberries, herbs, and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummies!

    Immune Boosting Elderberry Gummies Recipe

    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with dried elderberries, herbs, and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummies!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Resting Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup elderberry syrup* divided (room temperature), see recipe notes on how to make homemade elderberry syrup
    • 1/4 cup gelatin (4 tablespoons, or 4 Knox packets)
    • 2/3 cup hot water (not boiling)

    Instructions 

    • Place molds on a baking sheet, and set aside a miniature baster/dropper.
    • Get the hot water ready. Make sure it’s hot but not boiling
    • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of room temperature elderberry syrup with gelatin.
    • Add in the hot water and stir until completely dissolved. (Make sure to add the hot water right away.)
    • Add the remaining elderberry syrup. Mix well.
    • Pour the gelatin mixture into each mold. I recommend using the miniature baster/dropper, which usually comes with the mold.
    • Fill in each mold to the top. If there are any bubbles forming on the surface, just pop with the tip of a spoon or toothpick.
    • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Make sure they’re firm before you unmold them. (Don’t try to speed up the chilling process by freezing them. It will make the gummies stick to the mold.)

    Notes

    *To make 1 cup homemade elderberry syrup, you’ll need to the following ingredients:
    • 1/3 cup dried elderberries
    • 1 1/3 cup water
    • 1 slice ginger
    • 1/2 cinnamon sticks
    • 1/3 cup raw honey or regular honey
    Start by adding all ingredients except honey in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and lower the heat. Cover with a lid and simmer for about 1 hour. Then turn off the lid and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain out the berries and herbs. Press the berries to release the extra juices. Then let the liquid cool down slightly, and add honey. Stir to incorporate. Here are more details on how to make elderberry syrup.
    Author: Izzy
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Elderberry Gummies, Elderberry Gummies Recipe, Elderberry Gummy Bear
    Tried this recipe?Follow or tag us on Pinterest @izzycooking
    These Elderberry Gummies are delicious, sweet, and immune boosting snack that’s made with elderberry syrup and gelatin. This recipe is easy and fun to make with kids, great for fighting off a flu or cold. I’ll share with you simple tips to make the best elderberry syrup gummy bears! #ElderberryGummies #ElderberryGummyBear #ElderberryRecipe

    Filed Under: Snacks Tagged With: cinnamon sticks, cloves, dried elderberries, gelatin, ginger, honey

    About Izzy

    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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    1. Gevityt Vitamins says

      July 08, 2020 at 7:08 am

      Your article always inspire me 🙂 Thanks for this stuff guide!

      Reply
    2. Amanda says

      July 23, 2020 at 9:03 am

      How do you store these once firmed up in the mold?

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      • izzycooking says

        July 23, 2020 at 3:54 pm

        Hi Amanda, once they are firmed up in the mold, you can unmold them, and place these gummies in an air-tight container (such as mason jars). Store in the refrigerator.

        Reply
    3. Nicole says

      September 13, 2020 at 8:44 pm

      Hi! Do you have an alternative for gelatin? We don’t eat pork related products

      Reply
      • izzycooking says

        September 15, 2020 at 11:29 am

        Hi Nicole, you can use Agar Agar. It’s a vegan alternative to gelatin. Simply substitute gelatin with agar cup for cup. Hope it helps. Izzy

        Reply
        • KD says

          December 07, 2021 at 8:51 am

          I don’t eat pork and i make these with organic grass fed beef gelatin… Works way better than the agar agar! Agar agar gives more of a jelly texture than a gummy

          Reply
    4. Kat says

      March 04, 2021 at 6:28 am

      Where can you purchase the gummy molds?

      Reply
      • izzycooking says

        March 04, 2021 at 10:09 am

        Hi Kat, you can order the molds on Amazon, in different sizes.

        Reply
    5. Kenya says

      September 08, 2021 at 10:12 am

      Can you dissolve the gelatin in the hot water and then add to the syrup?

      Reply
      • Izzy says

        September 26, 2021 at 7:13 pm

        Yes, you can do that too. Izzy

        Reply

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