These were actually insane!
These were actually insane! is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 120 calories per serving. Recipe by Patrick Zeinali on YouTube.
Prep: 24 hrs 5 min | Cook: 3 hrs | Total: 27 hrs 15 min
Cost: $4.67 total, $1.17 per serving
Ingredients
- 200 g Gummy Bears (regular fruit‑flavored gummy bears, unopened package)
- 2 cups Carbonated Lemon‑Lime Soda (room‑temperature, any clear lemon‑lime soda works best)
Instructions
Gather and Measure Ingredients
Measure 200 g of gummy bears and pour 2 cups of lemon‑lime soda into a mixing bowl.
Time: PT5M
Combine and Rest
Stir the gummy bears into the soda until they are evenly coated, then transfer the mixture to an airtight container and seal tightly. Let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours so the gummies absorb the soda.
Time: PT24H
Temperature: 20‑22°C
Freeze the Gummies
Place the sealed container in the freezer and freeze for about 3 hours, or until the gummies are firm to the touch.
Time: PT3H
Temperature: 0°F
Serve
Remove the container from the freezer, let it sit for 2‑3 minutes to make removal easier, then pop the frozen soda gummies into serving bowls or directly onto plates.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 0 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Gluten‑Free, Contains Gelatin
Allergens: Gelatin
Last updated: April 19, 2026






