Description
These Homemade Dill Pickle Gummy Worms offer a fun and tangy twist on traditional gummy candies. Made with real dill pickle juice and gelatin, they provide a unique savory snack that’s easy to prepare and perfect for pickle lovers looking for a creative treat.
Ingredients
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Pickle Gummy Mixture
- 1 cup dill pickle juice (strained, no solids)
- 3 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup (optional, for slight sweetness)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional for extra pickle flavor)
- Food coloring (green, optional)
Instructions
- Bloom the Gelatin: In a small saucepan, pour the dill pickle juice and evenly sprinkle the gelatin powder over the surface. Let it sit undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow the gelatin to bloom and absorb the liquid.
- Dissolve the Gelatin: Place the saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously without letting the mixture boil until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the liquid is smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the honey or agave syrup, apple cider vinegar, and garlic powder if using, to enhance the pickle flavor and add slight sweetness.
- Color the Mixture: If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring to give the gummies a classic pickle worm appearance, mixing thoroughly.
- Pour into Molds: Pour the prepared mixture carefully into gummy worm molds. Alternatively, pour into a shallow pan to cut into strips after setting.
- Chill and Firm Up: Place the molds or pan in the refrigerator and let chill for at least 2 hours until the gummies are firm to the touch.
- Unmold or Cut: Once set, carefully remove the gummy worms from molds or cut your sheet of jelly into worm-shaped strips.
- Store Properly: Keep the gummy worms in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume within one week for best freshness.
Notes
- Using strained pickle juice without solids ensures a smooth gelatin texture.
- The optional honey or agave adds a subtle sweetness to balance tartness.
- Garlic powder is optional but enhances the savory pickle flavor.
- Food coloring is purely decorative and can be omitted.
- Ensure not to boil the gelatin mixture as high heat can degrade gelatin’s setting properties.
- Store gummies refrigerated to maintain firmness and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
