Homemade Chocolate Gummies Recipe
A delightful treat combining rich chocolate with a perfectly chewy texture. Makes 24 gummies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup plant-based gelatin powder
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the gelatin:Combine plant-based gelatin powder with cold waterLet it sit for 5 minutes until fully absorbed
- Melt the chocolate:Use a double boiler to melt chocolate over low heatKeep temperature below 115°FStir until smooth
- Heat the liquids:In a saucepan, warm coconut milk, honey/maple syrup, and saltHeat until just below simmering (around 180°F)Remove from heat
- Combine ingredients:Add bloomed gelatin to warm milk mixtureWhisk until dissolvedStrain through fine-mesh strainer
- Mix with chocolate:Slowly pour gelatin mixture into melted chocolateWhisk constantly until smoothAdd vanilla extract
- Fill molds:Pour mixture into silicone molds while warmTap molds to remove air bubbles
- Chill and set:Refrigerate for at least 3 hoursRemove from molds once completely setDust with cocoa powder if desired
Notes
Storage
Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients
- Don't overheat the chocolate
- Clean molds thoroughly before use
- Let gummies set completely before unmolding
- For firmer gummies, add 1 extra tablespoon of gelatin