Gummy Bear Lemonade Jelly Cups (Printer-friendly)

Lemon jelly cups with gummy bears—playful, nostalgic, and perfect for summer gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Jelly Layer

01 - 1 cup (240 ml) fresh lemon juice
02 - 1 cup (240 ml) water
03 - 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
04 - 3 envelopes (21 g total) unflavored gelatin powder
05 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Gummy Bear Layer

06 - 1 cup (150 g) assorted gummy bears

→ Decoration

07 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
08 - Lemon slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, stir together lemon juice, water, and sugar. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and let it bloom for 2 minutes.
02 - Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar and gelatin have completely dissolved (do not boil). Remove from heat and add lemon zest.
03 - Arrange 10–15 gummy bears at the bottom of each serving cup (you can use clear cups for best visual effect).
04 - Pour the warm lemonade gelatin mixture over the gummy bears, filling each cup.
05 - Allow cups to cool for 10 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
06 - Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This dessert is a showstopper that looks way harder than it actually is.
  • It promises that magical sweet-and-tart zing that wipes away even the heaviest summer heat.
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  • Once, I rushed pouring the hot jelly and melted every last gummy into syrup—let it cool just a little first.
  • Chilling time isn't negotiable—patience yields that perfect, satisfying wobble.
03 -
  • Blooming the gelatin thoroughly ensures a smooth, lump-free jelly every single time.
  • Adding zest just after heating preserves the citrus oils for maximum flavor without bitterness.
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