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Hey everyone, tried making my own NAC gummies at home for the first time. Used gelatin, some fruit juice, and NAC powder from my usual supplement brand. Followed a basic gummy recipe I found online, but they never set properly - just a sticky, gooey blob in my molds. Anyone have a foolproof recipe or know what I might have done wrong? Trying to save some money instead of buying the premade ones.

Bro, I feel you! I tried this last month after my WOD when I realized how overpriced store-bought ones are. KEY TIP: you gotta get the gelatin-to-liquid ratio right. I use 3 tbsp gelatin per cup of liquid (I use coconut water for extra electrolytes). Also, make sure your NAC powder is fully dissolved in warm liquid BEFORE adding gelatin - if it's clumpy, it'll mess up the texture. My batch came out perfect, great for post-workout recovery!

Med student here - just a caution from the pharmacology side. NAC can degrade with excessive heat, so if you're heating your mixture above 140°F, you might be reducing its efficacy. Also, the pH matters - acidic environments (like citrus juices) might affect stability. Have you considered agar instead of gelatin? It sets at room temp so less heat exposure. What was your exact recipe/temps?

Ugh, been there! Made some for my kids (with their pediatrician's okay) and had the same issue. Turns out I wasn't letting the gelatin bloom properly - you need to sprinkle it over cold liquid and let it sit for 5 mins before heating. Also, are you using silicone molds? They release way better than plastic. Honestly though, after 3 failed batches I just buy the clean-label ones from the health store... sometimes DIY isn't worth the kitchen disaster 😅

Thanks all! @BioBob839 - I think my ratio was off, used 2 tbsp per cup. @TeaTina578 - I did use lemon juice for flavor, maybe that messed with it? And heated to almost boiling... oops. @KaleKen735 - I used plastic molds, maybe that's part of it. Gonna try again with agar and silicone molds, lower heat. Will report back!