Description

A tangy-sweet homemade twist on classic Sour Patch Kids using fresh fruit juice. Customize flavors with seasonal produce and enjoy a burst of natural fruitiness and citric acid zing in every bite.

Ingredients

1 cup fresh fruit juice (strawberry, blueberry, or orange)
1/4 cup powdered pectin
1 tsp citric acid
3 cups sugar (adjust as needed)
Pinch of salt
2 cups sugar (for rolling coating)
1/4 cup cornstarch (for coating)

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Instructions

Mix fruit juice, pectin, citric acid, sugar, and salt in a saucepan.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick and boiling.
Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes.
Pour onto a parchment-lined tray, let harden.
Break into small pieces, roll in a sugar-cornstarch mixture until coated.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for precise cooking (240°F/116°C is ideal).
Store in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks, or freeze up to 3 months.
Try fruit combinations like strawberry-lime or watermelon-mint.
Substitute liquid pectin (2 tbsp) for powdered if preferred.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 20
Category: Desserts & Sweets
Method: Candy Making
Cuisine: American