Let’s be real—getting kids to take anything healthy can feel like negotiating with a tiny, stubborn CEO who only accepts payment in gummies. So why not meet them where they are? These elderberry gummies are here to save the day (and your sanity) during cold and flu season. They’re like superheroes in chewy, delicious form.
Elderberry syrup has been our go-to for keeping sniffles at bay, but let’s be honest: it can get messy. And sticky. And somehow end up on the ceiling? No? Just us? Anyway, turning that immune-boosting syrup into gummies means less mess and more yes. Plus, they’re packed with gut-loving gelatin. Because who doesn’t want happy guts?
Why Elderberry? Because Science Said So (And So Did Your Grandma)
Elderberry isn’t just a trendy word thrown around by wellness influencers. It’s been around for centuries, and even your great-great-great-grandma probably swore by it. Now, science has caught up and confirmed what she knew all along: elderberry can help kick cold and flu symptoms to the curb. It’s like nature’s way of saying, “I got you.”
These gummies are so good, you’ll have to hide them from your kids. Or yourself. No judgment here.
Elderberry Gummies Recipe
Because Spoonfuls Are So Last Season
Ingredients:
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1 cup elderberry syrup (homemade or store-bought—just thin it with juice if it’s too thick)
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¼ cup gelatin (grass-fed, because happy cows make happy gummies)
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½ cup hot water (not boiling—we’re making gummies, not soup)
Instructions:
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Grease your gummy molds or a glass pan with coconut oil. Unless you enjoy playing archaeologist with stuck gummies.
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Whisk the gelatin into ¼ cup of cooled elderberry syrup. Try not to let it clump—unless you’re into lumpy gummies. (We’re not.)
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Add the hot water and stir like your immune system depends on it.
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Mix in the rest of the elderberry syrup until it’s smoother than your grandpa’s dance moves.
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Pour into molds and refrigerate for 2 hours. Or until you can’t stand the wait anymore.
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Pop ’em out and store them in an airtight container. Pro tip: use parchment paper between layers to prevent gummy bonding.
Nutrition Facts (Per 2 Gummies):
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Calories: 7
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Sugar: 1g
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Protein: 1g
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Vitamin C: 0.01% (but hey, every bit counts!)
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100% Deliciousness
How Many Should You Eat?
This isn’t a free-for-all snack—though we won’t tell if you sneak a few extra.
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Kids: 1-2 gummies as needed.
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Adults: 3-6 gummies. Or more. We’re not the gummy police.
They’ll last up to a week in the fridge… if they survive that long.
So, what’s your favorite way to use elderberry? Let us know in the comments—unless it’s something weird, like putting it in your coffee. (Actually, that might be genius.)
Stay healthy, stay chewy!
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