These are delicious & fun *anytime* (my kid enjoyed them on their birthday!), but are a life saver when doing scope procedure prep for kiddos (and adults), especially when on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. The gelatin keeps your energy up when you can't have other forms of protein on the day before your colonoscopy/endoscopy!...
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Categories Other Desserts
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. If using the spices, simmer them in 1 cup of the apple juice for awhile, to infuse the flavors. Filter/strain through an unbleached coffee filter to remove the sediment. (Warning: as delicious as ginger is, it can make the gelatin not set, so don't add ginger, as tempting as it may be!) Re-measure and add enough water to make 1 cup again, to replace what boiled off.
- 2. Heat all 2 cups of apple juice until steaming. Do not boil. Stir in honey until dissolved. Very slowly whisk in the gelatin. Do not add more until the last spoonful has dissolved. Continue to whisk until all dissolved. If having trouble dissolving, low heat may be used to help, but do not boil.
- 3. Once all dissolved, pipe into gummy molds (we like silicone gummy molds in cute shapes). If you don't have that, you can pour into any container, and then cut into bite sized pieces once it has solidified. When placed in gummy molds, they solidify quickly in the fridge or freezer. These are best stored in the fridge, though they can be frozen & later defrosted, as well. People often prefer the texture if they've been allowed to come to room temperature before eating.
- 4. To make jello, I follow the same recipe, but only use 1 Tbsp. of unflavored gelatin, and 1 Tbsp honey, or sometimes skip the honey entirely. This same base recipe can be used to make savory chicken broth gummies. This helps give variety on scope prep days, if your kid wants something they can chew that isn't sweet. It's not everyone's preference, but some appreciate it. Replace the juice with filtered clear chicken broth, and leave out the honey. I get clear chicken broth from making the intro diet chicken soup using only boneless skinless chicken thighs (no bones keeps the sediment and darkness/cloudiness of the broth down), and tying up any veggies & herbs in a cheesecloth so the fibrous parts don't get into the soup. I have a link to how I make the soup here: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/soup/chicken-soup/chicken-soup-in-8-qt-ip-good.html?new=1 After cooking & removing the cheesecloth with veggies & herbs, I refrigerate & let the broth settle, then I use a baster (avoiding the fat & chicken pieces) to pipe out the broth & filter it through 2 layers of unbleached coffee filters. Once you have gotten your broth, season to taste with salt, and portion up and freeze until ready to use. The leftover chicken can be revitalized into soup again just by adding water and salt...it remains surprisingly flavorful! I usually add some soft green beans & butternut squash to the soup, and it can be eaten on days that aren't scope-prep days, and it's even perfect for the 2 days before the procedure when you are on a low-fiber diet. All jello, gummies and broth should be discontinued 8 hours before the scope procedure, at the point when you are instructed to only have water, apple juice or Sprite. You do not want anything with protein at that point, for anesthesia safety reasons. Of course consult your doctor and follow all instructions given to you by them.
- 5. If you want a lower sugar option, use my Apple Lemon Electrolyte Drink recipe ( https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/drink/other-drink/apple-lemon-electrolyte-drink-scd-scope-prep.html?new=1 ) in place of the apple juice and honey, or just omit the honey & replace some of the apple juice with water.
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Billal Mia
[email protected]This is the first time I've ever made gummies, and they turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the gummies are delicious. I'm definitely going to be making these again.
Tjitjiri
[email protected]I love making these gummies with my students! They're a fun and easy way to teach them about healthy eating. Plus, the gummies are delicious!
Wendy Tinah
[email protected]These gummies make a great gift! I like to package them in a cute jar or tin and give them to friends and family. They're always a hit!
Elisheba Barrett
[email protected]These gummies are perfect for parties! They're easy to make ahead of time and can be served in a variety of ways. I like to serve them on a platter with toothpicks so that guests can easily grab and eat them.
Qalpi Qalanjo luul
[email protected]These gummies are so easy to make! I just threw all the ingredients in my blender and blended until smooth. Then I poured the mixture into a mold and refrigerated until set. It took less than 10 minutes to make!
Athony Romero
[email protected]I'm allergic to gluten and dairy, so I was thrilled to find these gummies. They're made with all-natural ingredients and are completely free of gluten and dairy.
Muhammad daniyal
[email protected]The spices in these gummies are amazing! They give the gummies a warm and cozy flavor. I especially love the cinnamon and nutmeg.
Muhammad Haseeb ansari
[email protected]I love the tartness of these gummies! The apple cider vinegar gives them a nice tangy flavor. I also like that they're not too sweet.
Akullu Eunice
[email protected]These gummies are the perfect sweet treat! They're not too sweet, and they have a nice chewy texture. I love eating them as a snack or dessert.
Angela Ankomah
[email protected]I love that these gummies are made with all-natural ingredients. There's no added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Plus, they're packed with nutrients like vitamin C and pectin.
Lynn Makin
[email protected]These gummies are a lifesaver! My kids love them, and they're so easy to make. I just throw all the ingredients in my blender and blend until smooth. Then I pour the mixture into a mold and refrigerate until set. It's that simple!
Lesego Joyce
[email protected]I wasn't sure how these would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised! The gummies are chewy and flavorful, and the spices really shine through. I'm not a huge fan of apple cider vinegar, but I didn't taste it at all in the gummies.
N3Z 888
[email protected]These spiced apple gummies turned out AMAZING! They have the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and the spices give them a wonderful depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again and again!