Gummy Bear Lemonade Jelly Cups (Print version)

Bright lemonade jelly cups layered with gummy bears for a playful, chilled party treat with zesty lemon flavor.

# What you'll need:

→ Jelly Layer

01 - 1 cup fresh lemon juice
02 - 1 cup water
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 3 envelopes unflavored gelatin powder (approximately 0.75 oz total)
05 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Gummy Bear Layer

06 - 1 cup assorted gummy bears

→ Decoration

07 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
08 - Lemon slices (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine the lemon juice, water and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the surface and let it sit undisturbed for 2 minutes to bloom.
02 - Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar and gelatin dissolve completely; do not allow it to boil. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest.
03 - Place 10–15 gummy bears in the bottom of each of six clear serving cups so they are evenly distributed.
04 - Carefully pour the warm lemonade gelatin mixture over the gummy bears, filling each cup to the desired level.
05 - Allow the cups to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
06 - Just before serving, garnish each cup with a mint leaf and a lemon slice if using, and serve chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Layers of citrusy jelly and cheeky gummy bears will make even grown-ups giggle when they dig in
  • Chill time does the work, leaving your hands free to prep for the party
02 -
  • Once, I tried rushing the chilling process in the freezer, and the texture turned cloudy and grainy—patience makes the magic happen.
  • Swapping half the water for sparkling lemonade makes the flavor extra punchy and the jelly lighter—just let the bubbles settle before pouring.
03 -
  • If your zest lumps, strain the liquid before pouring for a glass-like finish.
  • Try pouring half the jelly over the bears, chilling briefly, then adding a second layer with different flavors for creative color blocking.
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