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Hey everyone, I tried making my own vitamin gummies at home to save money instead of buying GOLI. Used gelatin and some vitamin C powder, but they came out super rubbery and wouldn't set right. Anyone have a good recipe or know what I did wrong? I heated everything on low and poured into molds, but they're like chewy blobs.

First off, gelatin is made from animal bones - not cool! Switch to agar agar, it's plant-based and works great. I make my own vegan gummies with agar, beet powder for color, and a multivitamin mix. Key is to boil the agar mixture for 2 mins exactly, then pour quickly. Also, add a bit of citric acid for that tangy GOLI taste!

LOL I feel you, OP! I tried this once and it was a mess. Pro tip: get a digital candy thermometer - they're like $15 on Amazon and sync with an app! Also, I use an immersion blender to mix the powders evenly. My batch failed because the vitamin powder clumped. Maybe your temp was off? Gelatin sets at a specific range.

Keto here! Gelatin is actually great for joints, but you gotta watch the sweeteners. Most recipes use sugar, which will kick you out of ketosis. I use erythritol and MCT oil powder in mine. For texture, try blooming the gelatin in cold water first for 5 mins before heating. And measure precisely - too much powder can make them rubbery.

Another keto believer checking in! EarthElias is right about sweeteners. Also, make sure your vitamin powder is heat-stable - some nutrients break down when heated. I add mine after cooling the mixture slightly. And if they're not setting, maybe your gelatin-to-liquid ratio is off. I do 2 tbsp gelatin per cup of liquid for firm gummies.