Apple cider vinegar gummies

Taking apple cider vinegar straight is rough. I tried the morning shot routine for two weeks last spring and made a horrible face every single day until Donald started laughing at me from across the kitchen. That was the moment I decided to turn it into something I would actually look forward to, and these Bragg apple cider vinegar gummies were born.

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• Why You Will Like This Recipe
• Ingredients For Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies
• Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies
• How To Make Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies
• How To Store Your Homemade Gummies
• Fun Variations On These Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies
• Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies FAQ
• Recipes You May Like
• Time To Make A Batch

They are made with just four real ingredients: fresh strawberries, Bragg apple cider vinegar, honey, and gelatin. No candy thermometer, no fancy equipment, and about 25 minutes from start to finish, chill time included.

The best part? Alex thinks they are candy. I am not going to correct him.

If you are new to working with gelatin, please do not worry. It is far more forgiving than people think, and I use the same basic method in my gelatin gummy recipe. Once you have made one batch, you will feel like a pro.

Why You Will Like This Recipe

• Only four simple ingredients, and you probably have most of them already
• Ready in about 25 minutes, so it fits into any weeknight
• The strawberry and honey mellow out the vinegar tang beautifully
• Soft, chewy texture that beats anything from the store
• Way cheaper than the ACV gummies at the drugstore
• Easy to adjust if you want them sweeter or more tart

Ingredients For Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies

Here is everything you need:

• ⅔ cup pureed strawberries (about 1 cup of fresh berries before blending)
• ⅓ cup Bragg apple cider vinegar (the raw kind with the mother)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 4 tablespoons unflavored gelatin (vegan or regular both work)

A few quick notes from my kitchen. Fresh strawberries taste brighter, but thawed frozen berries work fine when they are out of season. I have made both versions, and honestly nobody in my family noticed the difference.

For the gelatin, any plain unflavored kind does the job. I usually reach for Vital Proteins beef gelatin because it dissolves so smoothly, but the little Knox packets from the grocery store work just as well. If you have never cooked with it before, my guide on how to use gelatin powder walks you through the basics.

Maple syrup can replace the honey in the same amount if that is what you have on hand.

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How To Make Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies

The steps are short and simple. Here is exactly what I do.

Blend The Strawberries

Puree your fresh strawberries in a blender until completely smooth. If the mixture looks too thick to pour, add a small splash of water and blend again.

You want the texture of a thin smoothie. Thick puree makes lumpy gummies, and nobody wants that.

Warm The Base

Set a small saucepan over medium low heat. Add the strawberry puree, apple cider vinegar, and honey, then whisk everything together until combined.

You are warming this mixture, not boiling it. High heat weakens gelatin and your gummies will refuse to set. I learned this the hard way with a batch that stayed liquid all night, so keep things gentle here.

Whisk In The Gelatin

Pour the gelatin in gradually while whisking the whole time. This is the step that matters most.

Dump it all in at once and you will get stubborn clumps that never fully melt. Slow and steady wins here. If you want to understand why this works, I explain the science in my post on how to bloom gelatin.

Once the gelatin has completely melted into the mixture and everything looks glossy, take the pan off the heat.

Fill The Molds And Chill

Pour the warm mixture into a silicone mold. A syringe or dropper makes this part so much easier, especially if you are using tiny bear molds.

My first attempt without one left pink puddles all over the counter, and Sarah still teases me about it. Lesson learned!

Slide the mold into the fridge for 10 minutes, then move it to the freezer for 5 more. Pop the gummies out and you are done.

How To Store Your Homemade Gummies

Keep these in an airtight container in the fridge. They stay fresh for about a week, though ours rarely survive past Thursday.

Please do not leave them sitting out on the counter. Homemade gummies have no preservatives, so room temperature makes them sweat and turn sticky. The fridge keeps that chewy texture just right.

You can freeze them too. Layer the gummies between sheets of parchment paper in a freezer safe container, and they hold up well for about a month. Let them thaw in the fridge before eating.

One nice thing I have noticed: the flavor actually gets smoother by day two. The vinegar tang softens as everything settles together, so a Sunday batch tastes even better midweek.

Fun Variations On These Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies

Want to change things up? Here is what I have tested in my own kitchen:

• Swap the fruit. Blueberries, raspberries, or mango all work great. My strawberry gelatin recipe uses a similar fruity base if you want a dessert style version without any vinegar at all.
• Add citrus. A tablespoon of fresh orange juice brightens the whole batch and pairs really well with strawberry.
• Go plant based. Agar agar can replace the gelatin, though the texture turns firmer. I compared the two in my agar agar vs gelatin post if you are curious about the differences.
• Adjust the tang. Not sure you will love the vinegar bite? Start with ¼ cup instead of ⅓, then taste the warm mixture before pouring it into the molds.
• Keep the heat low. The biggest pitfall is boiling the mixture. Low and slow, always.

If you enjoy simple wellness recipes like this one, my apple cider vinegar weight loss recipe is another easy way to work Bragg into your morning routine.

Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies FAQ

How Long Do Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Last In The Refrigerator?

About one week in an airtight container. I make a batch most Sundays, and they stay soft and chewy through the whole week. If they ever feel slimy or smell off, toss them and make a fresh batch. For longer storage, the freezer buys you about a month.

Can I Make Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Without Gelatin?

Yes! Agar agar is the plant based swap, and you only need about half the amount since it sets more firmly. The texture comes out closer to a firm jelly than a soft chew. Sarah actually prefers the agar version, so it is definitely worth trying. My vegan jello with agar agar shows the method in action.

Can I Use A Different Fruit Instead Of Strawberries For Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies?

Absolutely. Raspberries, blueberries, peaches, and mango have all worked beautifully in my kitchen. Just puree the fruit the same way and keep the measurement at ⅔ cup. One warning though: skip fresh pineapple and kiwi. They contain enzymes that break down gelatin, and your gummies will never set. I found that out on a very sad Tuesday.

Why Are My Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Too Soft Or Too Firm?

Too soft usually means the mixture got too hot on the stove or the gelatin was measured short. Too firm means a little too much gelatin went in. Measure carefully, keep the heat at medium low, and whisk slowly. If a batch comes out firmer than you like, simply use half a tablespoon less gelatin next time.

Recipes You May Like

• Gelatin gummy recipe: the simple base recipe I use whenever I want to play with new flavor combinations
• Strawberry gelatin recipe: a sweeter treat with the same fresh berry taste my kids love
• Vegan jello with agar agar: perfect if you are skipping animal products but still want that wobbly, fun texture

Time To Make A Batch

That is really all there is to it. Blend the strawberries, warm the base gently, whisk in the gelatin, and chill. Fifteen minutes of hands on time gives you a week of little fruity chews that make apple cider vinegar something you actually want to take.

These have become part of our Sunday routine, right up there with meal prep and Alex complaining about homework. I love knowing exactly what goes into them, and I love even more that my kids grab them without me asking twice.

Give this recipe a try this week, and let me know how it turns out for you in the comments! And do not forget to save this post to Pinterest so you can find it again when strawberry season rolls around.