Description
Indulge in the fun of making your own Homemade Bubble Gum! This delightful and customizable treat allows you to create unique flavors and vibrant colors that suit your taste perfectly. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this nostalgic candy in no time, making it an ideal activity for family gatherings, kids’ parties, or cozy afternoons at home. Plus, the process of mixing and shaping will engage children and adults alike, creating sweet memories along the way. Once made, package your colorful creations as party favors or gifts for a personal touch that everyone will appreciate. Dive into this enjoyable candy-making experience today!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup gum base
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons gum powder
- ¼ teaspoon citric acid
- Food coloring (as desired)
- Flavoring oil (as desired)
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the gum base in 30-second intervals until fully melted. Stir after each interval.
- Combine the corn syrup with the melted gum base until smooth.
- Add food coloring and flavoring oil, adjusting to your preference.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until the mixture is no longer sticky.
- Shape the gum into balls or strips; add citric acid if you prefer sour gum.
- Allow the shaped gum to rest for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Tasty Snacks
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (5g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg