I Tried the Viral Soda-Soaked Frozen Gummy Bears, and…
I Tried the Viral Soda-Soaked Frozen Gummy Bears, and… is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 100 calories per serving. Recipe by Nomtastic Foods on YouTube.
Prep: 8 min | Cook: 16 hrs | Total: 16 hrs 15 min
Cost: $7.37 total, $1.84 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gummy Bears (any fruit‑flavored gummy bears, loosely packed)
- 2 cups Carbonated Soda (any clear or flavored soda; cola gives a caramel note, lemon‑lime adds citrus)
Instructions
Gather Ingredients and Equipment
Measure out 2 cups of gummy bears and 2 cups of soda. Set out a mixing bowl, spoon, colander, and a freezer‑safe tray.
Time: PT2M
Combine Gummy Bears and Soda
Place the gummy bears in the mixing bowl and pour the soda over them until fully submerged. Stir gently to ensure all bears are covered.
Time: PT3M
Soak Overnight
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours (overnight) so the gummy bears absorb the soda.
Time: PT12H
Temperature: 4°C
Drain the Gummy Bears
After soaking, pour the gummy bears into a colander to drain off excess soda. Give them a quick shake to remove surface liquid.
Time: PT2M
Freeze the Gummy Bears
Spread the drained gummy bears in a single layer on the freezer‑safe tray. Place the tray in the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until the bears are firm and icy.
Time: PT4H
Temperature: -18°C
Serve
Remove the tray from the freezer, let the bears sit for 1‑2 minutes to soften slightly, then transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 100
- Protein
- 0 g
- Carbohydrates
- 25 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free, Not Vegan
Allergens: Gelatin, Artificial colors
Last updated: April 20, 2026






