1 CALORIE GUMMY BEARS

Ingredients

• 150 g Water (room temperature; measured with kitchen scale)
• 1.5 tsp Unflavored Gelatin (approximately 14 g; powder form, preferably grass‑fed)
• 1 packet Sugar‑Free Drink Mix Packet – Blue Tropical Punch (provides flavor and ~5 calories; use any brand of sugar‑free powdered drink mix)
• 1 packet Sugar‑Free Drink Mix Packet – Pineapple (for the yellow gummy bears; same brand as blue packet if possible)
• 1 packet Sugar‑Free Drink Mix Packet – Lemon Lime (for the yellow gummy bears (lemon‑lime version))
• 1 scoop Pre‑Workout Powder (Sour Candy Flavor) (use a low‑calorie, sugar‑free pre‑workout; adds caffeine and electrolytes)
• 0.25 tsp Citric Acid (adds extra sourness to the red gummy bears; optional)
• a few drops drops Red Food Coloring (optional; use gel or liquid food coloring)

Instructions

1. Heat Water

   Add 150 g (about 1/2 cup + 2 tsp) of water to a microwave‑safe glass jar and microwave on high for 90 seconds until boiling.

   Time: PT2M

2. Add Flavor Mix

   Pour one packet of the chosen sugar‑free drink mix (blue tropical punch, pineapple, or lemon‑lime) into the hot water and stir until fully dissolved.

   Time: PT1M

3. Incorporate Gelatin

   Sprinkle 1½ tsp (≈14 g) of unflavored gelatin over the hot liquid, whisk quickly until the gelatin is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

   Time: PT2M

4. Add Optional Extras (Red Flavor Only)

   For the red pre‑workout version, stir in 1 scoop pre‑workout powder, ¼ tsp citric acid, and a few drops of red food coloring until the mixture is uniform.

   Time: PT1M

5. Fill the Mold

   Using a dropper (or small spoon), fill each cavity of the silicone gummy bear mold with the liquid. Aim for about 4 g per bear; the mold holds 35 bears total.

   Time: PT3M

6. Chill

   Place the filled mold in the refrigerator and let it set for at least 1 hour, or until the gummy bears are firm to the touch.

   Time: PT60M

   Temperature: 4°C

7. Unmold and Store

   Pop each gummy bear out by pressing the legs first, then the head. Transfer the bears to an airtight container and keep refrigerated.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

52

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

2 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0 g