Keto Gummies
These Keto Gummies are super easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. My kids love them. You can customize the flavors with any sugar-free drink mix you enjoy. These homemade gummies are sure to become a favorite treat and healthy snack.
I started making these because my kids could never get enough gummy snacks, and buying them all the time quickly added up. Using flavored drink packets keeps the ingredient list short while providing both the flavor and sweetness in one step. One packet makes a surprisingly large batch, making these gummies an affordable homemade snack.
Be sure to try my Keto Jello Recipe and Orange Creamsicle Gummies Recipe for more amazing keto recipes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only a few simple ingredients
- Easy to customize with different flavors
- Low carb and low calorie
- Great for kids and adults
- Fun homemade snack
- Perfect for meal prep
- Naturally gluten-free
- Cheaper than store-bought gummies
Before You Get Started
- Sprinkle the gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
- Whisk gently if you want crystal-clear gummies without bubbles.
- If there are any lumps, strain them out.
- Silicone molds make removing the gummies much easier.
- Refrigerate until completely firm before unmolding.
Ingredients
- Water – Dissolves the gelatin and creates the gummy base.
- Sugar-free drink mix – Adds both flavor and sweetness. True Lemon, True Lime, and similar drink packets work well.
- Unflavored gelatin – Gives the gummies their chewy texture. Increase it for firmer gummies or reduce it for softer gummies.
See the recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Keto Gummies
Step One: Put the cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin on top. Let it bloom for five minutes.
Step Two: Add the hot water and drink mix to the bloomed gelatin. Stir until both dissolve. Taste to see if you need more of the drink powder.
Step Three: Pour into a gummy mold. Wipe up any spills.
Step Four: Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
Step Five: Pop the gummies out of the molds and store them in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Storage
Store the gummies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For the best texture, keep them chilled in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy them. They can melt at room temperature.
Variations
- Different Flavors – Try lemonade, watermelon, black cherry, raspberry, grape, orange, or any other sugar-free drink mix.
- Sour Gummies – Sprinkle the finished gummies with a little citric acid for a tangy, sour candy flavor. It is best to sprinkle them right before eating since the citric acid can make them melt.
- Tea gummies – You can also make gummies with a fruit tea and sweetener. I do this in my Passion Tea Lemonade Gummies.
- Vitamin Gummies – Stir in powdered vitamin C or electrolyte powder after heating, if desired.
- Layered Gummies – Make two or three different flavors and let the layers firm before pouring on more
- Fun Shapes – Make these in cute shapes like gummy bear molds, hearts, dinosaurs, stars, or building blocks for a fun snack kids will love.
Love gummies? Try my Red Hot Cinnamon Gummies next!
Common Questions
What mold should I use?
Any silicone candy mold works well. Gummy bears, hearts, stars, dinosaurs, or even building block shapes all work for gummies. For larger molds, simply double the recipe. If you don’t have gummy molds, you can pour the mixture into a lightly greased shallow dish and cut it into cubes after it firms up.
Are these gummies keto?
Yes. They are low in carbs and made with sugar-free drink mixes, making them a great keto-friendly snack.
Can I use different drink mix flavors?
Absolutely! Try lemonade, watermelon, cherry, raspberry, grape, or any sugar-free drink mix you enjoy.
Can I make these without silicone molds?
Yes. Pour the mixture into a small glass dish, refrigerate until firm, and cut into bite-sized squares.
Why are my gummies cloudy or foamy?
Using a blender incorporates air into the mixture. For clearer gummies, whisk by hand after blooming the gelatin.
Can I freeze homemade gummies?
Freezing isn’t recommended because it can change the texture. Refrigerated gummies stay chewy and fresh.
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Keto Gummies
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 2 tbsp gelatin
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1-2 packets sugar-free drink mix
Instructions
- Put the cold water in a small bowl. Sprinkle the gelatin on top. Let it bloom for five minutes.
- Add the hot water and drink mix to the bloomed gelatin. Stir until both dissolve. Taste. Add more drink mix if needed.
- Pour into a gummy mold. Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
Notes
Nutrition
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Originally Published July 8, 2016. Revised and Republished July 17, 2026.
super simple, healthy, just what I needed. thank you sooo much!!!
I just made these and can’t wait for them to set up! super excited to have some gummies, I’m so sick of chocolate, Keto tends to over do it with the chocolate.
I’m not the biggest chocolate fan myself. I like creamy desserts much better. But these gummies are nice for a light treat 🙂
Are Knox gelatin and THM just gelatin interchangeable or totally different ?
They are interchangeable. Some brands can be stronger than others both in taste and gelling factors though.
This is a fantastic recipe!! My preschooler was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. ): This is such a fun snack for him! Low carb, high protein, packed with nutrition! I’ve already made it twice this week. Thank you so much!
(Note: the first time I made it in the blender. It became so foamy – maybe I overmixed? – that it was hard to fill those tiny bear molds. Just too many bubbles and not enough substance. Lol. The second time, I just whisked it according to your alternative directions, and that worked better for me and the small molds.)
Remember to soak gelatine in cold water and not just throw it in hot water, it can get really grainy.
I haven’t had that happen in this recipe. It dissolves quite easily in the blender.
So, one thing I’ve really been missing is the sour gummies like Trollies. Is it possible to coat these with citric acid or something to make them sour?
Yes, try the coating used in this recipe:
Sure, try rolling them in Malic Acid (Apple Acid) 🙂
Thanks for sharing! Do they keep long?
They keep a couple weeks in the fridge.
My batch didn’t last 10 days in the fridge. Any suggestions?
It helps to keep them on a paper towel in the container to absorb excess moisture.