Sour Watermelon Gummies
Sugar-coated sour gummies with bright watermelon flavor. The citric acid coating adds tartness without changing the interior dose.
Potency
Uses 3 tablespoons of MCT tincture or cannabis coconut oil across 50 gummies. Calculate your exact per-gummy potency with the kitchen calculator.
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Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Silicone gummy mold
- Dropper or squeeze bottle
- Small mixing bowl (for coating)
Ingredients
- watermelon-flavored gelatin3 oz (85g)
- unflavored gelatin powder2 packets
- cold water½ cup (120ml)
- watermelon juice (fresh or bottled)¼ cup (60ml)
- MCT tincture or cannabis coconut oil, warmed to liquid3 tbsp (45ml)
- sunflower lecithin1 tsp
- Coating: 3 tbsp granulated sugar + 1 tsp citric acid powder—
Instructions
- 1
Bloom gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes.
- 2
Add watermelon juice and heat over low, stirring until fully dissolved. Do not boil.
- 3
Cool to 140°F. Whisk in lecithin and cannabis oil until fully incorporated.
- 4
Fill molds and refrigerate for 2 hours until firm.
- 5
Mix sugar and citric acid in a small bowl. Once gummies are set, unmold and toss in the sour coating.
- 6
Spread on a parchment-lined tray and allow to dry for 30 minutes — the coating will set and crystallize.
Notes & Storage
- Citric acid can be found at homebrew, baking, or natural food stores.
- The sour coating is applied after setting — do not add citric acid to the gelatin mixture.
- Store in an airtight container, separated by parchment. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Edibles take 30–120 minutes to take effect. Label all infused food clearly and store away from children. Not medical advice.