Homemade Keto Gummy Bears
Sugar-free homemade Keto Gummy Bears! What can I say? I love them! You know how people rave about the endless keto snacks you can whip up with just a few ingredients, but when you’re in the mood for a quick treat, you just draw a blank?
Of course, it has to be something quick and easy, universally adored by everyone, and bonus points if it’s fun to eat. Well, the next time you’re craving something sweet, keto gummy bears are your answer! (Don’t try to tell me you don’t have some flavoured extracts in your pantry…). These little gems are chewy, sugar-free, and packed with flavour. They’re super simple to make and loved by all. Why aren’t we making keto gummy bears more often?? With almost zero net carbs, this low carb keto friendly, sugar free gummy bears recipe is my favourite low carb snacks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love this low carb gummy bears recipe because it’s incredibly versatile and fun to make. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy a sweet treat without the sugar overload. Perfect for a quick snack or a fun addition to desserts, these keto gummy bears always hit the spot!
Another BIG plus for me is this recipe for keto gummy bears makes the BEST chewy gummies! In other recipes the gummy bears are soft and basically jelly, not a “true gummy”. If you like your gummy bears with a bit of chew, then you will love this recipe!
The Ingredients
How To Make Sugar Free Gummies
Step 1. Place gelatin, sweetener, and flavour of choice into a large heat-safe mixing bowl. Add cold water and whisk to combine.
Step 2. Microwave for 3 minutes on high. Remove from the microwave and whisk to combine.
Step 3. Place back into the microwave for a further 3 minutes on high. Remove carefully (the bowl will be very hot) and whisk in the remaining ingredients. The mixture should be very clear and no longer have any foam or opaqueness.
Step 4. Pour into a 2-cup capacity measuring jug. Place gummy moulds onto a baking sheet that will fit in your fridge or freezer.
Step 5. Pour into small gummy moulds. Pop them into the freezer for 10 minutes before removing from their moulds. This helps set them really fast. The gummies will firm up really well if left in the fridge overnight before consuming. (See notes for storage).
Alternative Cooking Tips
- If you do not have a microwave, these carb free gummies can be made on a cooktop. Pop the mixture in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until the mixture is clear and all foam and opaqueness is gone.
- For a creamy version, substitute water (all of it or partial) with cream or runny yogurt.
- Experiment with sugar-free iced tea or soft drinks for unique flavours.
- For the best texture, ensure the mixture is very clear and free of foam before pouring into the moulds. The more you cook it the chewier and firmer the end result will be.
What to Serve with Keto Gummy Bears
Keto gummy bears are perfect on their own as a snack, but they can also be a fun addition to other treats:
- Mix them into low-carb yogurt or keto parfaits for a fun texture.
- Use them as a topping for keto-friendly desserts like cheesecakes or ice cream.
- Serve them chopped in shakes or keto milk for a keto low carb boba!
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Things to Watch When Making Keto Gummies
- Make sure to whisk the mixture well to avoid any lumps.
- Use a baking sheet under the gummy bear molds for easy transfer to the fridge or freezer.
- Make sure you continue to heat the mixture until it is completely clear and not cloudy.
- The longer you cook it the firmer the gummy bears will get.
- Please be careful when making this. Use a cloth or heat protection when lifting the bowl or moving it around the kitchen. The gummy mixture is very hot and sticky and should never be splashed or dropped near bare skin.
Chef’s Tips:
- Allow the gummies to set in the fridge overnight for the best texture.
- Taste the mixture before setting it to adjust sweetness or flavour as needed.
- Use high-quality flavoured extracts for the best taste. I use Roberts Extracts, Lorann Oils, or Vital Zing Drops.
- Low carb gummies can be a great way to add electrolytes, probiotics, prebiotics and essential amino acids to your diet. This recipe is a healthy alternative with no added sugar. Add supplements to any mixture and flavour how you like it. Then with each chewy sweet bite snack you can add an extra nutritional boost to this favourite sweet snack.
Variations
- Jello Gummies – For flavouring use 2 sachets of jello. I use Sugar Free Aeroplane Jelly. I still add all the other ingredients in the same order.
- Sour Gummy Bears – To make sour gummies add 2 tablespoons citric acid to the dry mixture. Electrolytes and pre-workout powders can also make the gummy bears sour.
- Collagen Protein Gummies – I add 2 scoops of collagen powder to all of my gummy bear recipes for an extra boost of collagen.
- Soft Drink Gummies – Swap the water for any soft drink, cold infused tea, juice, (like our Jamu juice recipe) or Kombucha. I made Sour Cola for our Fed Up Faster eBook and it is such a great combo!
- Electrolyte Gummies – You can easily make homemade electrolyte gummies too. I use our Keto Mojo Electrolytes recipe for the electrolytes. You can, however, use 3-5 sachets of electrolytes in the mixture to flavour it. You add more than the recommended water amount as once heated and reduced the flavour should concentrate.
- Apple Cider Gummies – You can make homemade apple cider vinegar gummies too! Replace 1/3 of the water with a quality apple cider vinegar like Braggs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can. They can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer and eaten straight from the freezer.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks. Depending on the consistent temperature this is the maximum I would store them in the fridge.
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Equipment
I always get asked for gummy bear mold links. I have added the below molds that you may have seen in my video and pictures. You can buy loads of varieties but these are my favourites. You can, however, pour the mixture into a brownie tray or any silicone mold and slice it into serving sizes. It is a simple and budget-friendly way to make (my favourite) this sugar free gummy bear recipe. I truly hope you love these as much as I do! x
- Giant Gummy Bear Mold
- Medium Gummy Bear Mold – Makes 34 x 1.25-inch bears
Keto Gummy Bears
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup powdered gelatin see notes (as I personally use more)
- 2-4 tablespoons sweetener
- 1-2 teaspoons flavoured extracts see notes
- 1 cup water yogurt, cream, or sugar-free iced tea or soft drink
- 3 scoops collagen optional, use plain or flavoured
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- Place gelatin, sweetener, and flavour of choice into a large heat-safe wide-base mixing bowl (do not use a jug as you need more surface area for heat dissipate).
- Add cold water and whisk to combine.
- Microwave 3 minutes on high. Remove from the microwave and whisk to combine.
- Place back into the microwave for a further 3 minutes on high. Remove carefully (the bowl will be very hot). The mixture should be very clear and no longer have any foam or opaqueness.
- Pour into a 2-cup capacity measuring jug. Place gummy moulds onto a baking sheet that will fit in your fridge or freezer.
- Pour into small gummy moulds. Pop them into the freezer for 10 minutes before removing from their moulds. This helps set them really fast. The gummies will firm up really well if left in the fridge overnight before consuming. (See notes for storage).
THERMOMIX KETO GUMMY BEARS
- Place gelatin, sweetener, and flavour of choice into mixer.
- Add cold water; mix 20 sec/speed 5.
- Scrape down lid and sides of bowl; heat 8 min/120°C/speed 2. The mixture should be very clear and no longer have any foam or opaqueness.
- Pour into a 2-cup capacity measuring jug. Place gummy moulds onto a baking sheet that will fit in your fridge or freezer.
- Pour into small gummy moulds. Pop them into the freezer for 10 minutes before removing from their moulds. This helps set them really fast. The gummies will firm up really well if left in the fridge overnight before consuming. (See notes for storage).
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Notes
Use any sweetener and extract you like for this gummy bear recipe. Adjust level of sweetness, flavour or sourness (citric acid) you prefer. Please see the recipe post for loads of flavour variation ideas.
Low sugar jelly crystals can be used to flavour them. Gelatin
Yes, you can use any brand of gelatin. I use 1/2 cup of powdered gelatin in my homemade gummy bears. Given some feedback from others not used to gummies that are more like the “jube lollies”, I reduced the amount to keep it easy to increase the amount for others who like their gummies firm. COLLAGEN OR SHAKE MIXES I also add 3-4 scoops of collagen (plain or flavoured). If using any shake or meal replacement collagen mixes you mix them in after the cooking process. As they contain WPI and thickening ingredients it is best done after heating to avoid the ingredients cooking and thickening the mixture into something like a cross between a sugar free pudding and a cake. Haha! It is easy to whisk them in after heating and then taste and adjust any flavours before pouring and setting. To substitute gelatin leaves. Dissolve the gelatin sheets in cold water and then cook until dissolved. Conversions can be found here. Store in the fridge for up to 10 days in an airtight container. Gummies will soften if left at room temperature for too long. Measuring This recipe is made using US Customary tablespoons and cups. There is a difference in ml per tablespoon for our Australians if you use an AU tablespoon. TROUBLESHOOTING – this is a gummy mixture. If you make it too soft you can reheat and add more gelatin. If you make them too firm you can melt them and add more liquid. If they are too sour, or too sweet, you can… you get the drift, right?
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24 responses to “Keto Gummy Bears From Scratch”
Not sure what happened. Followed recipe exactly but everything seized up before the first round of microwaving. Became fluid following first microwaving, then seized up even more after the second round of microwave. Pretty sure I made a Calm beginner mistake, but can’t figure out what it was. Help?
If you dont whisk and place into the microwave immediately it will go hard as the gelatin begins to absorb the liquid. After the 6 minutes in the microwave you then need to pour it into the moulds where it will set. If you leave it in the bowl it will turn into one large gummy.
Hi, made these with cream and vanilla extract, very yummy, thankyou. Wondering about the 100calories, is that per gummy bear or the whole recipe please?Hello,
What kind of cream did you use?
Thickened cream
What’s the shelf life on them?
They need to be kept in the fridge and I would say 10-14 days.
Easy, tasty, got the right amount of chew and sweetness. Thanks Megan for sharing your recipe.Very welcome Clara
Another awesome recipe! Made jelly gummies with five different flavours, will try to put some through sour sugar 😋❤ Hubby really loves them and he us not into sweets too much, or candies and jellies… but loves these. I had a lots if fun making them, 🙂 can’t wait to see my grandkids eyes when they see them! Thanks Megan for giving us such a joyfull receipt!Yay!
A d the best yet, using a scoop and a half of their choc honeycomb flavour with 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cream. SO good!
I made a version inspired by the measurements listed. Instead of the sweetener, I used the same amount of Bulk Nutrient’s hydrolysed collagen peptides in banana flavour. They’re pretty good!
These look fabulous! Is there an ingredient to add to make them sustainable outside the refrigerator? Would love to baggy them and take on trips.
There is enough gelatin in these store outside of the fridge Wendy but I do prefer 2-3 tbsp in mine so add more if you wish.
Love these! They’re so good, it feels like you’re eating a real lolly. My favourite are the salted caramel but my children really love the jelly ones.I made the jelly ones listed in the blurb… The non-keto people in the house love them (I tried making normal jelly ones, but they prefer mine). Today I made a 1/2 batch of the bit that makes them sour gummies – OMG. Fantastic!
They are kind of great arent they Rhiannon. I am a bit of a fan of the sour ones too!
Hi Megan – what does the inulin do please?
Hi Shona,
It is a probiotic so it is there for good gut health.
I am in the US. Are the jelly crystals the same as Jell-o?
Hi Robin yes they are
Wow can’t believe how easy to make … first attempt for me. I’m not good with desserts.
I am hooked on these sugar free gummy bears. I have now made all the versions and one using pure anise extract and hoppers natural black colour to make a licorice batch.
These are so easy and a great fat bomb with the vanilla yogurt and salted caramel gummies.
My grandkids loved the sugar free jelly gummies and even helped make them . No sugar treats for them on my watch!!
This is an awesome recipe 😍😍
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