ANISE GUMDROPS
With their bright color and frosty sugared look, these homemade gumdrops are irresistible. They're softer than the store-bought kind and have tongue-tingling anise flavor. -Richard Bunt, Painted Post, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 1 pound.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup water; let stand 5 minutes. In a small saucepan, bring sugar and remaining water to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in gelatin mixture until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in extract., Divide mixture between two small bowls; tint one pink and the other red with food coloring. Transfer to two greased 8x4-in. loaf pans. Refrigerate 30 minutes or until firm., Loosen sides from pan with a knife; turn onto a sugared board. Cut into 1/2-in. cubes; roll in additional sugar. Let stand, uncovered, at room temperature 3-4 hours or until all sides are dry, turning every hour., To Make Ahead: Store candy in a covered container. Refrigerate for up to two weeks., Freezer Option: Freeze candy in an airtight container. To use, thaw, loosely covered, before serving.
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Ifeanyichukwu Atuora
[email protected]These anise gumdrops are a delicious and festive treat. They're perfect for any occasion.
Shaid Mehmood
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of anise, but I really enjoyed these gumdrops. They were the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Kashif Zardari
[email protected]These anise gumdrops were the perfect addition to my candy buffet. They were a big hit with the kids and adults alike.
Nathanial Sullivan-Manso
[email protected]I was disappointed with these anise gumdrops. They were too hard and the anise flavor was overpowering.
tsabuj khan
[email protected]I made these anise gumdrops for my Christmas party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Lazzim Lazi
[email protected]These anise gumdrops were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed them. The texture was perfect, and the anise flavor was nice.
Haruna Yeboah
[email protected]I've tried many anise gumdrop recipes, but this one is the best. The gumdrops are always soft and chewy, and the anise flavor is just right.
Affua obaapa
[email protected]These anise gumdrops are a delightful treat! They're perfect for a sweet and savory snack.
Chozen Juliet
[email protected]I was looking for a new anise gumdrop recipe, and this one did not disappoint. The gumdrops were easy to make and turned out perfectly.
KDubs.02cnt
[email protected]These gumdrops were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. He said they were the perfect balance of sweet and heat.
Mubiru Syrus
[email protected]I've been making these anise gumdrops for years, and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
Andy Krause
[email protected]These anise gumdrops were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the sweet and spicy flavor.