Goody Goody Gumdrops

1. 1

   In a large sauce pan, soften gelatin in cold water 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in boiling water until gelatin is dissolved.

3. 3

   Stir in sugar and bring mixture to a boil on medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Boil to 280 degrees on a candy thermometer about 25 minutes, stirring constantly. (You can also test the candy by dropping a small amount of candy into cold water. The candy is ready when it separates into hard threads that aren't brittle.)

5. 5

   Pour mixture into two foil lined and greased 8 x 8 inch pans.

6. 6

   To each pan add 1/2 teaspoon desired favouring and desired food color (if you want clear gumdrops, do not add color).

7. 7

   Stir until combined.

8. 8

   Refridgerate pans overnight.

9. 9

   Lift foil from the pan and remove from from the sides of the candy.

10. 10

    Using a knife dipped in hot water, cut gelatin mixture into 1-inch cubes.

11. 11

    Roll each cube in granulated sugar until well coated and allow to sit at room temperature two days to crystallize.

12. 12

    Store in airtight containers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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