Trinkets can be healthy too, as long as they are made at home. Because the biggest problem with industrial confectionery is that are prepared with excess sugars and other ingredients that they bring nothing good to the organism of children. But that doesn't mean they can't take candy from time to time, because the trinkets that are prepared at home can even be much more delicious.
To make healthy treats at home, you will need to get yourself some molds. In any bazaar you can find them, as well as in specialized confectionery stores or in any of the large inexpensive stores that sell online. These are silicone molds, which you can find in different shapes and generally for a fairly inexpensive price.
Recipe for making healthy sweets
Healthy treats can be made with different ingredients, They are done in a very simple way and children can also collaborate. You can use the preferred flavors of each one and use homemade fruit juice, flavored gelatin, milk and even homemade smoothies. In any case, the preparation is very simple but you should keep these tips in mind:
- To sweeten the sweets: You can use normal white sugar, but in small amounts. If you opt for some other healthier sweetener, much better. Test honey or any type of syrup, like maple, agave, or rice, for example.
- Let stand for a few minutes: Before pouring the mixture into the molds, let it rest for a few minutes to warm up a bit. Thus, it will be much easier to distribute by the molds. If you use a pastry bag or a kitchen bottle even better, since the molds will be very small.
- Neutral gelatin: In any of the recipes you will have to use gelatin so that the chosen mixture solidifies and can be removed from the mold. Use neutral gelatin so the flavors don't mix and in any case, you will need 2 tablespoons of gelatin for each preparation.
Orange flavor gummy bears
Orange is a flavor that never fails, generally everyone likes it equally so it is one of the best options. In addition, these trinkets will have an added extra, because without knowing it they will be taking a vitamin C supplement. And if that were not enough, gelatin is an excellent food that provides nutrients such as collagen, proteins and amino acids. In other words, a delicious and healthy homemade gummy, perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients:
- Half cup orange juice natural
- Half cup water (with the coconut water you will get a delicious mixture)
- a teaspoon of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of agave syrup (or your chosen sweetener)
- 2 tablespoons of neutral gelatin
Preparation:
- In a saucepan we put the juice orange, water, lemon drops and syrup.
- We heat the mixture without boiling and we are stirring so that all the ingredients are mixed well.
- We are adding the gelatin little by little, without stopping to stir so that no lumps come out.
- When all the ingredients are dissolved and well incorporated, remove from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile, we place the molds for the sweets on a tray, so we can manipulate them much better.
- Carefully we pour the mixture into the molds and let it warm for a few minutes.
- MLet's put the tray with the molds in the fridge and leave for about 20 or 30 minutes until the gelatin completely solidifies.
- After that time, you can unmold the gummy bears and enjoy a healthy treat.
A fun plan with the children
Children love cooking, because seeing different foods transform into something completely different is a sensory experience for them. If it is also about preparing something so delicious and demanded by children and adults, such as trinkets, the little ones will be delighted. In addition, you can enjoy an entertaining, fun and educational activity, because children will learn a lot of important lessons.