Description
Discover the joy of creating your own Homemade Bubble Gum! This delightful treat is not only a fun project for kids and adults alike but also an opportunity to customize flavors and colors to suit your taste. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, this DIY candy will impress everyone with its unique taste and vibrant appearance. With just a few simple ingredients and easy instructions, you can make bubble gum that rivals store-bought versions while avoiding artificial additives. Get ready to chew on your very own creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup gum base
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons gum powder
- ¼ teaspoon citric acid (optional)
- Food coloring (as desired)
- Flavoring oil (as desired)
Instructions
- Microwave the gum base in 30-second intervals until fully melted.
- Stir in corn syrup until well combined.
- Add food coloring and flavoring oil, mixing until distributed.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar and knead until no longer sticky.
- Shape the mixture into balls or strips; add citric acid if desired.
- Let sit for 30 minutes until firm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (10g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg