These Fruit Snacks (sometimes called gummies) have fruits and veggies and are so easy to make. They have a fruit-forward flavor, lots of protein, and are soft enough for toddlers to safely chew. Plus: They store so well!
Add the berries, carrots, and water or juice to a blender. Puree smooth.
Add the berry mixture to a small pot set over low heat. Add the honey or maple syrup. Bring to a simmer.
(Plan to do this step and the next one quickly.) Add the gelatin to a bowl with ⅓ cup cold water. Stir well to completely dissolve the gelatin to ensure the fruit snacks are lump-free.
Working quickly, whisk the gelatin mixture into the simmering fruit mixture to thoroughly combine. Whisk constantly for a minute or two as the mixture starts to thicken. Turn off the heat.
(Alternatively, you can sprinkle the gelatin right over the simmering fruit and whisk vigorously to combine. Omit the water if you do that. Know you may have some small clumps of gelatin.)
Portion out into a silicone gummy bear mold (or other silicone mold) set on a small baking tray (which is more stable than the mold on its own). Refrigerate for at least an hour and up to overnight to set up.
Remove from the mold to serve.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Use fresh or thawed frozen berries and cooked or canned carrots according to what you prefer.
Fully dissolve the gelatin in the liquid before stirring into the fruit mixture to ensure there are no clumps and the gummies set up properly. This step needs to be done quickly and immediately added to the simmering fruit mixture. If you put the bowl of dissolved gelatin down and step away from it, it will start to solidify.
Trade in another berry if you prefer. Note that berries with seeds, such as raspberries or blackberries, may have a seedy texture. You can strain the puree through a fine-mesh strainer to make a smooth gummy. Or use mango for the strawberries.