Gummy Bear Lemonade Jelly Cups (Printer View)

Nostalgic lemonade jelly set over gummy bears for colorful chilled cups—zesty, sweet, visually striking.

# Components:

→ Jelly Layer

01 - 1 cup (240 ml) fresh lemon juice
02 - 1 cup (240 ml) water
03 - 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
04 - 3 envelopes (21 g total) unflavored gelatin powder
05 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Gummy Bear Layer

06 - 1 cup (150 g) assorted gummy bears

→ Decoration

07 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
08 - Lemon slices (optional)

# Method:

01 - In a small saucepan, stir together lemon juice, water, and sugar. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and let it bloom for 2 minutes.
02 - Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar and gelatin have completely dissolved (do not boil). Remove from heat and add lemon zest.
03 - Arrange 10–15 gummy bears at the bottom of each serving cup (you can use clear cups for best visual effect).
04 - Pour the warm lemonade gelatin mixture over the gummy bears, filling each cup.
05 - Allow cups to cool for 10 minutes at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
06 - Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It’s a showstopper dessert that’s secretly foolproof, and totally kid approved.
  • The layers of tart lemonade and playful gummies make every spoonful a burst of summer energy.
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  • If the gelatin boils or isn’t fully dissolved, you’ll end up with a lumpy, cloudy jelly—always dissolve slowly over gentle heat.
  • Lining the cups with gummy bears first makes for pretty presentation and even distribution—don’t just toss them in at the end.
03 -
  • Let the gelatin bloom completely for the smoothest, bounciest result.
  • Use a glass measuring cup with a spout to pour the jelly mixture for perfect, drip-free layers.
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