Chewy, fruity homemade gummies made with lime Jell-O, applesauce, and gelatin, shaped into festive shamrocks. A fun St. Patrick’s Day treat that’s easy to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for holiday snacking or gifting.
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Step 1
Mix ingredients
Combine applesauce, sugar, lime Jell-O, and unflavored gelatin in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Heat mixture
Stir continuously and bring the mixture to a boil, then let it boil for 1 minute.
Step 3
Set mixture
Pour into a parchment-lined 9x13 baking dish and refrigerate for about 2 hours until firm.
Step 4
Cut shapes
Remove from pan and use a sugar-dusted shamrock cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
Step 5
Coat gummies
Roll each gummy in sugar to prevent sticking and enhance sweetness.
Step 6
Store
Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Prevent sticking
Dip the cookie cutter in sugar between cuts to make shaping easier.
Texture control
Adjust sugar slightly if you prefer a softer or firmer gummy texture.
Fruit flavor swap
Replace lime Jell-O with strawberry or orange for different holiday themes.
Less sweet version
Reduce sugar slightly in the mixture for a more natural fruit taste.
Refrigerator
Up to 2 weeks
Store in an airtight container to maintain texture and prevent sticking.
Q: Why are my gummies too sticky?
A: They may need more time to set or additional coating of sugar.
Q: Can I skip the applesauce?
A: Yes, but applesauce adds flavor and helps with texture, so results may differ.
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