Homemade Sugar-Free Gummy Bears

Prepare your candy molds: Place your chosen candy molds on a baking sheet for easy handling. (5 minutes)

Bloom the gelatin: In a glass liquid measuring cup, measure the cold water. Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Stir in the unsweetened soft drink mix and stevia powder. Set aside to bloom. (5 minutes)

Create a double boiler: Fill a saucepan almost halfway with water and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Place the measuring cup containing the gelatin mixture into the boiling water, creating a double boiler. (3 minutes)

Melt and syrup: Stir the gelatin mixture constantly until it becomes completely clear and syrupy in consistency. This ensures the gummies will have the perfect chewy texture. (5-7 minutes)

Mold the gummies: Carefully remove the measuring cup from the boiling water. Using a small syringe or dropper, immediately fill each mold with the gelatin mixture. Work quickly to prevent the mixture from setting before filling all the molds. (10 minutes)

Chill and set: Transfer the baking sheet with the filled molds to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 1 hour, or up to 2 days, to allow the gummies to fully set and firm up. (60 minutes)

Demold and enjoy: Once the gummies are firm, gently remove them from the molds. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for the best texture and enjoy!